Childhood and Education Journey of Evander Kane in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Evander Kane. A timeline of key moments.

Evander Kane is a Canadian professional ice hockey player currently with the Edmonton Oilers. A winger known for his scoring ability and physical play, Kane was drafted fourth overall by the Atlanta Thrashers in 2009. Prior to joining the Oilers, he played for the Thrashers, Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres, and San Jose Sharks. His career has been marked by both on-ice success and off-ice controversies.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

August 2, 1991: Evander Kane's Birth

On August 2, 1991, Evander Frank Kane was born. He is a Canadian professional ice hockey winger.

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1992: Cousin Kirk Johnson at Summer Olympics

In 1992, Evander Kane's cousin, Kirk Johnson, boxed for Canada at the Summer Olympics in Barcelona.

2002: Cousin Kirk Johnson fights for WBA Heavyweight title

In 2002, Evander Kane's cousin, Kirk Johnson, fought John Ruiz for the World Boxing Association (WBA) Heavyweight title.

2003: Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournaments

In 2003, Evander Kane played in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournaments with a team from North Vancouver.

2004: Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournaments

In 2004, Evander Kane played in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournaments with a team from North Vancouver.

June 2016: Confrontations at a Buffalo Bar

In June 2016, while Evander Kane was a member of the Buffalo Sabres, he was allegedly involved in a fight with a bouncer at a bar called Bottoms Up. There were also accusations that he grabbed a woman by the throat and attempted to force her into a car outside the nightclub, as well as grabbing another woman by the arms inside the nightclub and attempting to force her outside.

July 1, 2016: Kane sued for alleged assault

On July 1, 2016, Evander Kane was sued by a 21-year-old woman accusing him of assault in his hotel room, alleging she was attacked after being invited to a party, resulting in cuts and bleeding that required surgeries.

July 2016: Kane surrenders to Buffalo police

In late July 2016, Evander Kane surrendered to Buffalo police following the incidents that occurred in June 2016 at a downtown Buffalo bar. The police reports included allegations of Kane grabbing an unnamed woman by the throat and attempting to force her into a car outside the nightclub. Sabres GM Tim Murray expressed his displeasure with Kane's off-ice behavior, noting its negative impact on both the player and the organization.

August 1, 2016: Kane pleads not guilty to trespassing and harassment charges

On August 1, 2016, Evander Kane pleaded not guilty to one count of criminal trespassing and four counts of non-criminal harassment following confrontations at a Buffalo bar in June 2016, while playing for the Buffalo Sabres.

March 14, 2019: Kane announces his wife's miscarriage

On March 14, 2019, Evander Kane announced that his wife had a miscarriage at 26 weeks.

November 4, 2019: Kane sued by The Cosmopolitan casino for gambling debt

On November 4, 2019, Evander Kane was sued by The Cosmopolitan casino in Las Vegas for a half-million-dollar gambling debt he allegedly incurred in April 2019. The casino claimed Kane received $500,000 in gambling markers and left without settling the debt.

June 8, 2020: Kane co-founds the Hockey Diversity Alliance

On June 8, 2020, Evander Kane co-founded the Hockey Diversity Alliance with Akim Aliu to address intolerance and racism in hockey.

January 11, 2021: Kane reportedly files for bankruptcy

On January 11, 2021, it was reported that Evander Kane filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy in California, amassing $26.8 million in debt.

January 2021: Kane listed gambling debts in bankruptcy filing

In a January 2021 bankruptcy filing, Evander Kane listed that he owed $1.5 million in gambling debts.

July 2021: Kane accused of betting on his own team's games

In July 2021, Evander Kane's estranged wife publicly accused him of betting on games involving his own team and "throwing games with bookies." The NHL launched an investigation. Kane denied the allegations, attributing them to distress from their divorce, and admitted to a gambling addiction.

August 2021: Kane receives temporary restraining order against ex-wife

In August 2021, Evander Kane received a temporary restraining order against his ex-wife, claiming she had physically abused him in the past and sought a permanent restraining order. The NHL announced an investigation into the domestic violence claims.

September 2021: Domestic violence restraining order filed against Kane

In September 2021, Evander Kane's ex-wife filed a domestic violence restraining order application, including accusations of sexual assault and domestic battery. Kane's attorney denied the allegations.

September 22, 2021: NHL releases findings on Kane's betting allegations

On September 22, 2021, the NHL released the findings of its investigation into allegations against Evander Kane, stating that it found no evidence of game betting and that the evidence raised doubts about the veracity of the allegations.

January 27, 2022: Kane signs with the Edmonton Oilers

On January 27, 2022, Evander Kane signed a one-year contract with the Edmonton Oilers. The decision to sign Kane generated controversy but was defended by Connor McDavid, who viewed Kane as a valuable addition to the team's playoff aspirations.