Hockey is known for it's toughness. With shot blocking, sticks to the face, and the entertaining fights players are sure to lose a few teeth and gain a few scars. But, that isn't to say hockey is lacking in the crush worthy player category. With players from all over the world, including the United States, Canada, Russia, Sweden, Czechoslovakia, Finland, and many more, there is wide variety of hotness. As always my sports crushes have more than just skills in the looks department. In this case their "play" off the the rink matters just as much.
Tyler Seguin of the Dallas Stars, was drafted into the league at the ripe age of 18. Taken second overall in the 2010 draft by the Boston Bruins Seguin was traveling the country playing professional hockey while most kids his age were starting their freshman year at college. The left wing had to grow up quickly all while living over 8 hours away from his family in Brampton, Ontario, Canada.
But, he was playing the game he loved in a city he grew to love. After remaining a healthy scratch in the first two rounds of the playoffs Seguin earned a spot in the third round. The Bruins went on to win the Stanley Cup and Seguin's alleged "party boy" persona was born. (he had a few social media blunders as well)
From there on out Seguin was criticized a lot for his lifestyle rather than his play on the ice. In his sophomore season the left wing lead the Bruins is scoring. A year later, Seguin's numbers decreased during the shortened season due to the 2012-13 lockout. Although the Bruins made it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs rumors circulated that Seguin's lack of scoring was due to nightly partying. (Some reports said he needed a security guard to babysit him).
That summer, on the fourth of July, Seguin was traded to the Dallas Stars. Many people including Tyler himself think the organization gave up on him too quickly. Since his trade, Tyler has made himself into an offensive force and moved back to his natural center forward position. Despite being young Tyler has persevered through it all.
Seguin, is flourishing in Dallas where he has developed great on and off ice chemistry with line mate Jamie Benn. He also created Seguin's Stars in honor of his friend who suffered a spinal cord injury. At every home game, Seguin donates a luxury box for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Seguin then has a meet and great with his guests after the game outside the Stars locker room where he takes pictures and signs autographs.
Tyler Seguin has not only improved his play but he has also matured in his new city. The 23 year old is a Stanley Cup Champion, 2 time all-star, and role model for young athletes.
Seguin's charisma, transformation, and pretty face make him this week's Sports Crush.
Top Reason's To Crush on Tyler Seguin
He loves his dog Marshall
He like jokes
He is a family guy
He has tattoos
Some pretty nice abs
He loves the holidays
He hangs out with Captain America (Chris Evans) and Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski
and has quite possibly the cutest smile ever.
Read Tyler's article with the Player's Tribune where the hockey stud gives his insight into his journey. And let me know below who your NHL crush is !
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