Joe Pavelski

“Captain America” | Most NHL Playoff Goals by US-born Player

Interests & Values

Golfing, Fishing, Leadership, Wisconsin, Entrepreneur, Inspiring Greatness, Fitness, Hard Work

Sport
Hockey
Current Team
Dallas Stars
Position
Center
Hometown
Plover, WI
Birthday
July 11, 1984

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Pass The Torch (S2 E8): Joe Pavelski – Road to the NHL, Passion for Golf & Evolution of TorchPro

Joe on his journey in hockey & with TorchPro.

UNTAPPED: Joe Pavelski

In Episode 3 of UNTAPPED we go behind-the-scenes with a 4-time NHL All-Star.

Songwriting with Joe Pavelski & Rob Bellamy

Rob Bellamy and Joe Pavelski songwriting in the off-season in Wisconsin

Joe’s Path to the Pros: Episode 1

Falling in love with hockey through family, school, and high school coach in rural Wisconsin.

Joe Pavelski: Summer on the Lake

Spend a Summer day on the lake with Joe Pavelski in his home state of Wisconsin.

Joe’s Path to the Pros: Episode 2

An emotional run at a state title while learning what it takes to be a leader on and off the ice.

Joe’s Path to the Pros: Episode 3

Determined to prove the doubters wrong in Juniors and make it to the next level.

Joe’s Path to the Pros: Episode 4

From small town to the big city at the University of Wisconsin, the journey continues to make his boyhood dream a reality

Joe Pavelski: Fishing In Wisconsin

Away from the game of hockey, one of Joe’s favorite hobbies is fishing in his home state of Wisconsin.

Joe Pavelski: The Golfer

Joe’s skills on the links are as good as his skills on the ice.

Joe Pavelski: Pro’s Plate

If you want to be the best, you have to eat like the best. Peak performance comes from superior nutrition.

Joe’s Path to the Pros: Episode 5

Even after arriving in San Jose as a pro, there was more adversity to overcome to take advantage of the opportunity.

Joe’s Path to the Pros: Episode 6

The final episode of Joe’s underdog journey to the NHL.

Joe Pavelski: Why I Co-Founded TorchPro

TorchPro was created by athletes for both athletes and their fans.

Joe Pavelski: Road Trip Essentials

What does Joe Pavelski pack for his NHL road trips?

Joe Pavelski: Keys to Success

Work ethic, mindset, daily practice and perseverance pave the way to inevitable success. Learn how to to do this yourself from a legend.

Joe’s Path to the Pros

A 6-part series that highlights Joe’s journey from small-town Wisconsin to NHL superstar. Episode 1 highlights Joe falling in love with the game of hockey through family, school, and his high school coach in rural Wisconsin…

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Hockey Career

Pavelski (aka “Captain America”) is only the ninth player in NHL history to be selected in the seventh round who reached 1,000 games played, and he also holds the record for most playoff goals (61) by a United States-born player.

This veteran spent the first 13 seasons of his NHL career with the San Jose Sharks, appearing in 963 regular-season games in a Sharks sweater before joining the Stars in 2019. “Throughout his entire career, Joe has displayed an elite level of play that is equally matched by his leadership. There is a reason that he was a team captain in San Jose, and it quickly became apparent when he joined the Stars, just how great of a teammate he is. He is a true family man and reaching this milestone couldn’t be done without the support of his wife Sarah and son Nathan. He has a lot left to accomplish in this game, and we’re thrilled that he’ll do it in a Stars sweater.” – Stars General Manager Jim Nill.

Wisconsin

The Plover-born athlete and entrepreneur ’embraced the apron’ during Covid-19, stepping up to serve the community as Co-Owner of Lean Feast – Madison, then inevitably got back on the ice as an NHL playoff headline-maker.

Settled in Wisconsin with his wife and son, Pavelski stick to his roots during the offseason training at the University of Wisconsin, with Badgers strength and conditioning coach Jim Snider. When he’s not spending family time at home, or at UW training, there’s a good chance he’s on the course at Stevens Point Country Club, or somewhere out in nature.

Golf & Fishing

Pavelski’s hockey game is world-class, but his other athletic skills are no slouch either.

Different sports, same mentality. Pavelski says his favorite aspect of golf is the consistency that it requires, as well as the mental side of the game. He says it’s a nice balance going from a team-oriented sport to the individual dynamic found in golf. When it comes to fishing he explained, “I enjoy the calming aspect that I get from being out on the water and outdoors in general.” Lake Waubesa is a favorite spot for this star.

The Entrepreneur

Yes, there’s even more to this NHL superstar; family man, fisherman, golfer… and he’s also a businessman. Pavelski is Co-Founder of TorchCo and Co-Owner of Lean Feast in Madison, amongst other exciting ventures that are always in the queue.

Pavs has found parallels between sports and business. “One thing I’ve learned from my experiences is that a good team can go a long way. There will always be ups and downs, in sports and in business, but it’s important to stay present and involved in the process, then make strides after each hurdle.” He wears many hats, but always embraces the same mentality, philosophy and commitment with each – which is the ultimate key to success.