Joe Sakic
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About
Hall of Fame NHL center who spent his entire career with the Colorado Avalanche, leading the team to two Stanley Cup Championships. He won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1996 and the Hart Memorial Trophy in 2001.
Before Fame
He was drafted by the Quebec Nordiques before they moved to Colorado, then quickly became the team captain.
Trivia
He won a gold medal with Team Canada at the 2002 Olympics.
Family Life
His raised three children with his wife Debbie.
Associated With
While still with Canada's WHL, he tied with Theoren Fleury for the league lead in points (160) during the 1987-88 season.