Childhood and Education Journey of Alex Pietrangelo in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Alex Pietrangelo. From birth to education, explore key events.

Alex Pietrangelo, a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman, currently plays for the Vegas Golden Knights as an alternate captain. Previously, he spent twelve seasons with the St. Louis Blues, serving as their captain for four years. Known as "Petro," he played junior hockey in the OHL. He is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, securing victories with the St. Louis Blues in 2019 and the Vegas Golden Knights in 2023.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

January 18, 1990: Alex Pietrangelo born

On January 18, 1990, Alexander Pietrangelo, a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman, was born.

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2000: Participated in Brick Super Novice Tournament

In 2000, Alex Pietrangelo, as a novice aged player, participated in the Brick Super Novice Tournament in Edmonton, Alberta, with his Toronto Pro Hockey Development teammates.

2003: Member of All-Ontario Peewee AAA Champion Vaughan Kings

In 2003, Alex Pietrangelo was a member of the All-Ontario Peewee AAA Champion Vaughan Kings team.

2005: Won Ontario's Bantam Championship

In 2005, Alex Pietrangelo and the Jr. Canadiens won Ontario's bantam championship, with Pietrangelo scoring the game-winning goal in the final against the Markham Waxers.

2006: Drafted by Mississauga IceDogs

In 2006, Alex Pietrangelo was drafted third overall by the Ontario Hockey League (OHL)'s Mississauga IceDogs in the first round of the 2006 OHL Priority Selection.

2007: Moved with IceDogs to Niagara

In 2007, Alex Pietrangelo moved with the Mississauga IceDogs to Niagara as the franchise relocated.

July 2016: Married Jayne

In July 2016, Alex Pietrangelo married St. Louis native Jayne.

2017: Pregnancy loss

In 2017, Alex Pietrangelo and his wife experienced pregnancy loss.

July 2018: Welcomed triplets

In July 2018, Alex Pietrangelo and his wife welcomed triplets.

September 2020: Welcomed fourth child

In September 2020, Alex Pietrangelo and his wife had their fourth child.

September 2022: Daughter developed encephalitis

In September 2022, one of Alex Pietrangelo's children developed encephalitis, causing him to miss nine games in the 2022–23 season.

2022: Took time away from team due to daughter's health issues

In 2022, Alex Pietrangelo took time away from the Vegas Golden Knights due to his daughter's health issues, and briefly contemplated retirement. She made a recovery by the end of the year.

2024: Injuries sustained during the 2024-25 season

In 2024, Alex Pietrangelo sustained injuries that led to him stepping away from hockey.

June 30, 2025: Stepping away from hockey to focus on health

On June 30, 2025, Alex Pietrangelo announced he would be stepping away from hockey to focus on his health, owing to injuries sustained during the 2024-25 season and beforehand.