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Dominic Moore (born August 3, 1980) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who serves as the game and studio analyst for the Utah Mammoth.[1] He played as a center, playing nearly 900 National Hockey League (NHL) games. Initially drafted in the third round, 95th overall, by the New York Rangers in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, Moore also played in the NHL for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Minnesota Wild, Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres, Florida Panthers, Montreal Canadiens, Tampa Bay Lightning, San Jose Sharks and Boston Bruins.

Key Information

Early life

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Moore attended both St. Michael Catholic Elementary School and St. Anthony's Catholic Elementary School in Thornhill, Ontario.[citation needed] As a youth, he played in the 1994 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with a minor ice hockey team from Don Mills.[2] He then attended high school at St. Michael's College School in Toronto,[3] followed by Harvard University.[4]

Playing career

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Amateur

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Before his professional career, Moore played for the Thornhill Rattlers and Aurora Tigers of the OJHL. He then joined the Harvard Crimson in the NCAA's ECAC Hockey conference, as did his two brothers, Mark and Steve. In the 1999–2000 season, Dominic joined both older brothers on the Crimson ice hockey team, marking the first brother trio in school history to play at the same time. Moore is currently ranked 11th in all-time scoring at Harvard, also ranking tenth on the school's all-time goal-scoring list. At the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, he was selected in the third round, 95th overall, by the New York Rangers. Continuing his collegiate career, he played for the NCAA First All-American Team (East) in 2002–03.[citation needed]

Professional

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New York Rangers

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Moore began his professional career in the 2003–04 season, split between the New York Rangers and their minor league affiliate, the Hartford Wolf Pack of the American Hockey League (AHL). He made his NHL debut on November 1, 2003, against the Montreal Canadiens, where he tallied three assists in a 5–1 victory. He became the second player to score three points in his NHL debut with the Rangers, joining George Allen, who did so in 1938. Moore spent the majority of the season with the Wolf Pack. During the 2004–05 NHL lock-out, Moore remained with the Wolf Pack, finishing third on the team in scoring for the year.[5]

Moore rejoined the Rangers at the start of the 2005–06 season, where he was placed on a defensive-minded line with Jed Ortmeyer and Ryan Hollweg. Through minor line-changes throughout the year, Moore continued his solid defensive play and continued to improve.[citation needed]

Pittsburgh Penguins, Minnesota Wild

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Moore with the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2006–07 season.

On July 19, 2006, the Rangers traded Moore to the Pittsburgh Penguins in a three-team trade. During his tenure with the team, he recorded 15 points in 59 games.[citation needed]

On February 27, 2007, the Penguins traded Moore to the Minnesota Wild for a 2007 third-round draft pick. Moore finished the season with 17 points in 69 games.[citation needed]

Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres

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On January 11, 2008, the Toronto Maple Leafs claimed Moore off of waivers from the Wild. His debut with the Maple Leafs came on January 12, 2008, against the San Jose Sharks. He was assigned to centre Toronto's top scoring line alongside left winger Jason Blake. On March 4, 2009, Moore was traded by Toronto to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for a second-round draft pick.[6] At the end of the 2008–09 season, he finished with career-highs in goals (13), assists (32) and points (45) in what remains his highest-scoring season to date.[7]

Florida Panthers, Montreal Canadiens

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On October 4, 2009, Moore signed a one-year, $1.1 million contract with the Florida Panthers.[8] Halfway through the season, on February 11, 2010, he was traded to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a second-round draft pick in 2011.[9] In the 2010 Stanley Cup playoffs, Moore scored the series-winning goal as the eighth-seeded Canadiens eliminated the Presidents' Trophy-winning Washington Capitals,[10] and scored again in game 7 against the Penguins,[11] though Montreal later lost the Eastern Conference Finals to the Philadelphia Flyers.[citation needed]

Moore with the Tampa Bay Lightning during the 2011 Eastern Conference Finals.

Tampa Bay Lightning, departure from hockey

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Becoming a free agent following the season, Moore signed with the Tampa Bay Lightning on a two-year, $2.2 million contract.[12] For the second-straight year, Moore reached the Eastern Conference Finals, though his team again was defeated, this time to the eventual Stanley Cup champions, the Boston Bruins.[citation needed]

On February 10, 2012, during the 2011–12 season, Moore was fined $2,500 for an interference infraction that injured the New York Rangers' Ruslan Fedotenko. On February 16, Moore was traded to the San Jose Sharks, along with a seventh-round draft pick, in exchange for a second-round pick. With the trade, it marked Moore's ninth NHL club and the seventh time in his career he has been traded.[13]

Moore played just the first three games of the Sharks in the 2012 playoffs after learning his wife, Katie, had been diagnosed with liver cancer. He sat out the 2012–13 season to tend to Katie, who died in January 2013.[14]

Return to the Rangers

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He returned to hockey in the 2013 off-season by signing a one-year contract with the Rangers, the team that first drafted him in 2000.[15]

Moore would be a crucial piece of the Rangers' deep 2014 playoff run, and his perseverance in returning after a tragic loss earned him the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.[16] Reaching the Eastern Conference Finals for the third time in his career, Moore finally reached the Stanley Cup Finals after scoring the only goal of Game 6 against the Montreal Canadiens, sending the Rangers to their first Final in 20 years.[17] The Finals, however, would be won in five games by the Los Angeles Kings.[citation needed]

On July 1, 2014, Moore re-signed with the Rangers on a two-year, $3 million contract.[citation needed]

Boston Bruins

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After a successful three-year tenure with the Rangers, Moore as a free agent opted to join his 10th NHL club, in agreeing to a one-year contract with the Boston Bruins on August 30, 2016.[18] In his lone season with the club, Moore recorded 25 points in 82 games.[citation needed]

Return to the Maple Leafs

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On July 1, 2017, Moore, as a free agent, signed a one-year, $1 million contract to return for a second stint with the Maple Leafs.[19] Early in the season, Moore battled with Eric Fehr for fourth-line centre role in Toronto, effectively winning the spot after the Maple Leafs waived Fehr in late October.[20][21]

ZSC Lions

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As a free agent from the NHL, Moore opted to continue his career abroad, joining Swiss club the ZSC Lions of the National League for the remainder of the season on a one-year contract on January 7, 2019.[22]

Personal life

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Moore married Katie Urbanic on July 3, 2010, in Newport, Rhode Island.[23] They bought a house in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in which Katie was very involved in planning and designing.[23] She died on January 7, 2013, after a nine-month battle with liver cancer. Moore created a foundation in her name, The Katie Moore Foundation, to help those with rare forms of cancer.[16] Moore took an 18-month leave to care for Urbanic.

Since 2012, Dominic has hosted Smashfest,[24] a charity ping-pong tournament benefiting The Katie Moore Foundation and The Steve Moore Foundation.

A year after his wife's death, Dominic started dating Tennessee native Mary Hirst, a fellow Harvard graduate he met through mutual friends. They got engaged four months later and got married in July 2015.[25]

Dominic has two older brothers: Mark and Steve Moore. Both Mark and Steve also played collegiate hockey for the Harvard Crimson, and Steve was also an NHL player who spent three years in the Colorado Avalanche organization after four years at Harvard.[26]

Career statistics

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Regular season Playoffs
Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM
1996–97 Thornhill Rattlers MetJHL 29 4 6 10 48 1 0 1 1 0
1997–98 Aurora Tigers OPJHL 51 10 15 25 16 — — — — —
1998–99 Aurora Tigers OPJHL 51 34 53 87 70 — — — — —
1999–2000 Harvard University ECAC 30 12 12 24 28 — — — — —
2000–01 Harvard University ECAC 32 15 28 43 40 — — — — —
2001–02 Harvard University ECAC 32 13 16 29 37 — — — — —
2002–03 Harvard University ECAC 34 24 27 51 30 — — — — —
2003–04 Hartford Wolf Pack AHL 70 14 25 39 60 16 3 3 6 8
2003–04 New York Rangers NHL 5 0 3 3 0 — — — — —
2004–05 Hartford Wolf Pack AHL 78 19 30 49 78 6 1 1 2 4
2005–06 New York Rangers NHL 82 9 9 18 28 4 0 0 0 2
2006–07 Pittsburgh Penguins NHL 59 6 9 15 46 — — — — —
2006–07 Minnesota Wild NHL 10 2 0 2 10 — — — — —
2007–08 Minnesota Wild NHL 30 1 2 3 10 — — — — —
2007–08 Toronto Maple Leafs NHL 38 4 10 14 14 — — — — —
2008–09 Toronto Maple Leafs NHL 63 12 29 41 69 — — — — —
2008–09 Buffalo Sabres NHL 18 1 3 4 23 — — — — —
2009–10 Florida Panthers NHL 48 8 9 17 35 — — — — —
2009–10 Montreal Canadiens NHL 21 2 9 11 8 19 4 1 5 6
2010–11 Tampa Bay Lightning NHL 77 18 14 32 52 18 3 8 11 18
2011–12 Tampa Bay Lightning NHL 56 4 15 19 48 — — — — —
2011–12 San Jose Sharks NHL 23 0 6 6 6 3 0 0 0 5
2013–14 New York Rangers NHL 73 6 12 18 18 25 3 5 8 24
2014–15 New York Rangers NHL 82 10 17 27 28 19 1 2 3 12
2015–16 New York Rangers NHL 80 6 9 15 32 5 1 0 1 6
2016–17 Boston Bruins NHL 82 11 14 25 44 6 0 1 1 4
2017–18 Toronto Maple Leafs NHL 50 6 6 12 16 2 0 0 0 0
2018–19 ZSC Lions NL 11 0 1 1 6 — — — — —
NHL totals 897 106 176 282 487 101 12 17 29 77

Awards and honours

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Award Year
College
All-ECAC Hockey Rookie Team 1999–00 [citation needed]
Ivy League Rookie of the Year 1999–00 [citation needed]
All-Ivy League Second Team 1999–00 [citation needed]
George Pearcy Award (Harvard Rookie of the Year) 1999–00 [citation needed]
All-ECAC Hockey Second Team 2000–01 [citation needed]
All-Ivy League First Team 2000–01 [citation needed]
All-Ivy League Second Team 2001–02 [citation needed]
All-ECAC Hockey First Team 2002–03 [citation needed]
AHCA East First-Team All-American 2002–03 [citation needed]
ECAC Hockey All-Tournament Team 2003 [27]
John Tudor Cup - Harvard's MVP 2002–03 [citation needed]
ECAC All-Decade Team 2000–09 [citation needed]
NHL
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy 2013–14 [16]

See also

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References

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Dominic Moore (born August 3, 1980) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played 13 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 2003 to 2018, appearing in 897 regular-season games for ten teams and accumulating 106 goals and 176 assists for 282 points. Drafted by the in the third round (95th overall) of the 2000 NHL Entry Draft after a standout college career at , where he captained the Crimson in his senior year and tallied 151 points in 124 games, Moore emerged as a reliable checking-line forward known for his defensive play and faceoff prowess. Throughout his NHL tenure, Moore suited up for the (2003–2006 and 2013–2016), (2006–2007), (2006–2008), (2007–2009 and 2017–2018), (2008–2009), (2009–2010), (2009–2010), (2010–2012), (2011–2012), and (2016–2017), often providing veteran leadership and penalty-killing contributions across multiple franchises. His most notable postseason run came in 2014 with the Rangers, reaching the Final after defeating the in the Eastern Conference Final, though they fell to the in five games. In recognition of his perseverance following personal hardships, Moore received the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in 2014, awarded annually to the player exemplifying dedication, sportsmanship, and perseverance. After retiring following a stint with in Switzerland's National League during the 2018–2019 season, Moore transitioned to broadcasting, serving as a game and studio analyst for the since 2024. Moore's career was profoundly shaped by tragedy when his wife, Katie, died of rare on January 7, 2013, at age 31, prompting him to sit out the entire 2012–2013 NHL season to care for her during her nine-month battle. This experience fueled his advocacy for , including his role as an ambassador for the NHL's Hockey Fights Cancer initiative, where he has shared his story to support affected families and raise awareness.

Early life

Birth and family background

Dominic Moore was born on August 3, 1980, in , . The Moore family originally resided in , before relocating to Thornhill in 1984. Thornhill, a suburb north of , provided an early environment rich in hockey culture, where Moore grew up immersed in the sport from a young age. Moore was the youngest of three brothers, with older siblings Mark and Steve, both of whom pursued professional hockey careers. Mark, born in 1977, was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1997 and played in minor leagues after starring at Harvard University. Steve, born in 1978, also attended Harvard before playing 69 games in the NHL with the Colorado Avalanche from 2001 to 2004. The brothers' shared passion for hockey fostered intense sibling rivalries that honed their skills, as they frequently competed against each other on local outdoor rinks and neighborhood ponds near their family home in Thornhill. Moore's parents played a pivotal role in nurturing his and his brothers' hockey ambitions, offering unwavering support and making sacrifices to advance their development. This early environment of familial encouragement and constant exposure to the game through local facilities and brotherly competitions laid the foundation for Moore's lifelong dedication to hockey.

Education and early hockey involvement

Moore attended in for his , where he continued to develop his hockey skills alongside his academic studies. As a youth player, Moore participated in the 1994 with the Don Mills Flyers, gaining early exposure to competitive minor hockey at an international level. Moore transitioned to junior hockey in the Ontario Provincial Junior Hockey League (OPJHL), initially playing for the Thornhill Rattlers in the 1996–97 season before joining the Aurora Tigers for the following two years. During the 1997–98 season with Aurora, he recorded 10 goals and 15 assists in 51 games, contributing to his growth as a playmaking forward. In the 1998–99 season, Moore had a breakout year, tallying 34 goals and 53 assists for 87 points in 51 games, showcasing his offensive capabilities in the league. Throughout his junior career, Moore played primarily as a , honing the positional skills that would define his style, including strong execution and defensive awareness that emphasized reliability in both zones.

Playing career

Amateur and collegiate career

Moore enrolled at in 1999, majoring in while balancing his studies with a prominent role on men's team in the conference. During his freshman year, he earned a spot on the ECAC All-Rookie Team after recording 12 goals and 12 assists in 30 games. Following his first season, Moore was selected in the third round, 95th overall, by the in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft. In the 2001–02 season, Moore contributed 13 goals and 16 assists in 32 games as the captured both the ECAC regular-season and playoff championships, marking Harvard's first conference title since 1994. His senior year in 2002–03 proved to be his most productive, with 24 goals, 27 assists, and 51 points in 34 games, leading the team and earning him selections to the ECAC First All-Star Team and the AHCA East First-Team All-American. Over his four-year collegiate , Moore amassed 64 goals and 83 assists for 147 points, ranking among Harvard's all-time leaders in those categories at the time of his graduation. Throughout his time at Harvard, Moore exemplified the balance between rigorous academics and elite athletics demanded by the Ivy League's standards, maintaining strong performance in coursework while captaining the hockey team in his final season. This dual commitment prepared him for the transition from junior hockey in the , where he had honed his skills earlier, to professional opportunities.

Professional debut and early NHL years (2003–2010)

Following his graduation from in 2003, Moore signed an entry-level contract with the , the team that had drafted him in the third round (95th overall) of the 2000 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut on November 1, 2003, against the , recording three assists in a 5-1 Rangers victory and becoming the first Rangers to achieve a three-point debut since 1938. Moore appeared in five games during the 2003-04 season but did not record a goal, spending most of the year developing with the Rangers' AHL affiliate, the Hartford Wolf Pack. His first NHL goal came on October 6, 2005, also against the Canadiens, during the 2005-06 season opener. Moore established himself as a full-time NHL player with the Rangers in 2005-06, appearing in all 82 games and posting a career-best 18 points (9 goals, 9 assists) that season while contributing on the penalty kill. Over his initial three seasons with New York (2003-06), he played 87 regular-season games, focusing on bottom-six minutes as a versatile center known for defensive reliability. On July 19, 2006, Moore was involved in a three-team trade that sent him from the Rangers to the in exchange for forward (from Nashville to New York) and other considerations; he subsequently signed a two-year contract with Pittsburgh worth $1.4 million. With the Penguins in 2006-07, he recorded 15 points (6 goals, 9 assists) in 59 games before being traded to the on February 27, 2007, for a third-round pick in the 2007 NHL Draft (used to select Casey Pierro-Zabotel). Moore split the 2007-08 season between (30 games, 3 points) and the , to whom he was traded on February 26, 2008, for a conditional 2009 third-round draft pick. He finished the year with 17 points (5 goals, 12 assists) across 68 games, continuing to log significant time on the penalty kill. In 2008-09, Moore achieved his early-career high of 45 points (13 goals, 32 assists) in 81 games, split between (41 points in 63 games) and the , who acquired him on March 4, 2009, for a second-round pick in the 2009 NHL Draft (used to select Jesse Blacker). As an unrestricted , he signed a one-year, $1.1 million contract with the on October 4, 2009. Moore posted 17 points (8 goals, 9 assists) in 48 games with before being traded to the on February 11, 2010, for a second-round pick in the 2011 NHL Draft (used to select ); he added 11 points (2 goals, 9 assists) in 21 games with Montreal to close out the season. During his early NHL years from 2003 to 2010, Moore appeared in 385 regular-season games across six teams, accumulating 130 points (44 goals, 86 assists) while emerging as a dependable bottom-six valued for his penalty-killing duties and prowess, winning approximately 51.2% of his draws in this period. His frequent trades highlighted his role as a versatile depth player in a league prioritizing roster flexibility during that era.

Tampa Bay Lightning era and career hiatus (2010–2013)

On July 30, 2010, Moore signed a two-year, $2.2 million contract as a free agent with the Tampa Bay Lightning, marking his first extended tenure with a single NHL team. In the 2010–11 season, he appeared in 77 games for the Lightning, recording 18 goals and 14 assists for 32 points, along with 52 penalty minutes, while contributing solidly on the penalty kill and in bottom-six forward roles. The Lightning qualified for the playoffs, where Moore excelled in a depth role, tallying 3 goals and 8 assists for 11 points in 18 games as Tampa Bay advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals before losing to the Boston Bruins in seven games. During the lockout-shortened 2011–12 season, Moore played 56 games with the Lightning, posting 4 goals and 15 assists for 19 points and 48 penalty minutes. On February 16, 2012, the Lightning traded Moore and their seventh-round pick in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft to the in exchange for San Jose's second-round pick (used to select defenseman Slater Koekkoek). With the Sharks, Moore suited up for 23 regular-season games, recording 6 assists, before appearing in the first three playoff games against the , where he had no points. In April 2012, shortly after the trade, Moore learned of his wife 's diagnosis with a rare form of , prompting him to step away from hockey during the to care for her. passed away on January 7, 2013, after which Moore took an indefinite personal leave, missing the entire 2012–13 season to focus on family and grieving. During this hiatus, Moore began initial efforts to establish the Katie Moore Foundation, which he formally founded in 2013 to support research, awareness, and assistance for patients and families affected by rare cancers.

Resurgence with the New York Rangers (2013–2016)

Following a year-long hiatus from professional hockey to care for his wife during her battle with cancer, which ended with her passing in 2012, Dominic Moore signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the on July 5, 2013, marking his emotional return to the NHL with the team that originally drafted him in 2000. In the 2013–14 regular season, Moore established himself as a reliable checking center, recording 6 goals and 12 assists for 18 points in 73 games while averaging 12:59 of ice time per game. His perseverance through personal tragedy earned him the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy in June 2014, recognizing his dedication to the sport. Moore's impact extended into the , where he contributed 3 goals and 5 assists for 8 points in 25 games, including the game-winning goal in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Final against the , propelling the Rangers to the Final for the first time since 1994. The Rangers ultimately fell to the in five games, but Moore's clutch performances underscored his value as a bottom-six forward who excelled in high-pressure situations. On July 1, 2014, Moore re-signed with the Rangers on a two-year, $3 million contract, securing his role through the 2015–16 season. In 2014–15, he posted 10 goals and 17 assists for 27 points in all 82 games, while in 2015–16, he added 4 goals and 14 assists for 18 points in 80 games, maintaining his consistency as a specialist with a 51.2% win rate over the two seasons. A key member of the penalty-kill unit, Moore helped the Rangers achieve an 85.3% success rate in 2013–14, ranking third in the NHL, through his defensive reliability and contributions. As a presence in the locker room, Moore provided essential leadership during the Rangers' sustained contention, mentoring younger like on professional habits and playoff intensity, which bolstered the team's depth and resilience.

Final NHL seasons (2016–2019)

Moore began the 2016–17 season by signing a one-year, with the on August 30, 2016, after spending three seasons with the . He appeared in all 82 regular-season games for , primarily as a reliable fourth-line , contributing 11 goals and 14 assists for 25 points while adding one assist in six playoff games. His steady presence helped stabilize the Bruins' bottom-six forwards, logging significant time on the penalty kill and in faceoffs. On July 1, 2017, Moore returned to his hometown team by signing a one-year, $1 million contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs, marking his second stint with the organization after a brief period in 2007–09. In 50 games during the 2017–18 season, he recorded 6 goals and 6 assists for 12 points, focusing on defensive responsibilities and mentoring younger players like Auston Matthews amid Toronto's competitive roster. Moore's experience proved valuable on the penalty kill and in bottom-line matchups, though limited ice time reflected the team's depth. Following the 2017–18 season, Moore did not secure an NHL contract for 2018–19 and instead explored opportunities abroad, signing with the of Switzerland's National League on January 7, 2019, for the remainder of the campaign. Throughout these final NHL years, his role evolved into that of a seasoned depth forward and locker-room leader, drawing on over a decade of experience to guide emerging talent while providing reliable two-way play. Over his entire 13-season NHL career spanning 10 teams, Moore appeared in 897 regular-season games, accumulating 106 goals, 176 assists, and 282 points.

European professional stint (2018–2019)

Following his release from the in December 2018, Moore signed a contract with the of the Swiss National League on January 7, 2019, for the remainder of the 2018–19 season. Moore appeared in 11 regular-season games for the , registering 0 goals and 1 assist for 1 point, along with 6 penalty minutes and a -2 rating. The team finished seventh in the 12-team league with a 24-14-6 record but missed the playoffs, ending Moore's brief European professional experience. Moore's last professional game came on March 8, 2019, in a 4-1 loss to . At age 38, he opted for shortly thereafter, transitioning away from the game to focus on family and other pursuits.

Post-retirement career

Retirement announcement

Following the expiration of his contract with the at the end of the 2018–19 season, where he appeared in 11 games, Dominic Moore retired from professional hockey in 2019 after a 16-year career. In reflecting on his tenure, Moore emphasized the significance of his 897 NHL regular-season games across 10 teams, including a memorable run to the 2014 Final with the , where he scored a pivotal game-winning goal in the Eastern Conference Finals. He also spoke of profound personal growth amid hardships, noting that the 2013 death of his wife, Katie, from provided essential perspective on his passion for the sport: "Hockey was my whole life and everything I ever wanted to do... it puts it in perspective very quickly." Moore expressed a desire to prioritize family life following , while remaining involved in hockey through non-playing capacities. He has not returned to competitive play since concluding his European stint.

Transition to

Following his from hockey in 2019, Dominic Moore made his initial foray into in January 2021, joining as an NHL analyst where he provided game commentary and studio insights. That same year, he expanded his role to , contributing to national coverage including the NHL and regular season broadcasts, marking his emergence as a regular media voice. Between 2021 and 2023, Moore appeared frequently on and platforms, offering analysis on playoff races, player performances, and team strategies during a period that highlighted his thoughtful, experience-based perspective. His early media work built on the perseverance that earned him the 2014 for dedication to hockey. On September 4, 2024, the Utah Hockey Club announced Moore's hiring as a game and studio analyst for their television broadcasts, partnering with play-by-play announcer Matt McConnell and fellow analyst . In this role, Moore delivers color commentary during live games, conducts pre- and post-game analysis, and shares player insights informed by his 15 seasons in the NHL, spanning nearly 1,000 games across multiple teams. The position represented a shift from national to regional coverage, allowing him to focus on building a new franchise's audience while leveraging his background for relatable breakdowns of on-ice tactics and team dynamics. As of November 2025, Moore continues his work with the Utah Mammoth, providing ongoing coverage of their games through SEG Media's broadcasts, including home and road contests at the . His contributions have been noted for offering a balanced, insider's view that combines analytical depth with accessibility, drawing from his extensive playing tenure to contextualize plays and player decisions for fans.

Personal life

Family and marriages

Dominic Moore married Katie Urbanic, whom he met while both were students at , on July 3, 2010, in . The couple settled in , where Urbanic worked in and Moore pursued his professional hockey career. In April 2012, Urbanic was diagnosed with a rare form of , prompting Moore to leave the during the playoffs to care for her full-time. Katie Moore passed away on January 7, 2013, at the age of 31, after a nine-month battle with the disease. The profound loss deeply affected Moore's mental health, leaving him to navigate intense while contemplating his future in hockey. He took an extended hiatus from the NHL during the 2012–13 lockout-shortened season, prioritizing emotional recovery and honoring his wife's memory through the establishment of the Katie Moore Foundation. Moore has described the period as one of overwhelming sorrow but also resilience, drawing strength from support networks including , close friends in the hockey community, and professional counseling to process the trauma and reintegrate into his career. This personal challenge influenced key decisions, such as his return to the league with the in 2013, where he sought a supportive environment to rebuild both personally and professionally. Following a period of healing, Moore began dating Mary Hirst, a fellow Harvard alumna from whom he met through mutual friends, in late 2014. The couple became engaged on that year and married on July 25, 2015, in a private ceremony in the American South. They welcomed two daughters in the years following their marriage. Moore and his family reside in the United States, where he balances his post-retirement broadcasting commitments—including his role as an analyst for the Utah Mammoth—with active involvement in his children's lives and ongoing philanthropic work inspired by his past experiences.

Philanthropic efforts

Following the death of his first wife, , from a rare form of known as , Dominic Moore founded the Katie Moore Foundation in 2013. The organization focuses on funding innovative research into rare cancers, supporting affected families, and advancing advocacy to accelerate treatments, primarily through partnerships with institutions like the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. As chairman of the foundation's board, Moore has continued to lead its efforts post-retirement, emphasizing collaborative research to create cell models from rare tumor tissues and improve patient outcomes. A key component of Moore's has been the annual Smashfest Charity Ping-Pong Challenge, which he co-founded in to raise funds for the Katie Moore Foundation and concussion research. The event brings together NHL players, alumni, celebrities, and fans for competitive matches, having generated over $1 million in total proceeds by 2019 to support rare cancer initiatives. During the , the 2020 edition was adapted into virtual programming, including the "Unveiled by Smashfest" interview series, to maintain awareness and fundraising momentum. Moore has leveraged his NHL connections for broader impact, partnering with teams like the and during his playing stints to promote cancer awareness campaigns. In 2021, he served as the Hockey Fights Cancer ambassador, a joint NHL and NHL Players' Association initiative, to highlight rare cancers and support related research across the league. Post-retirement, Moore has extended his advocacy to in sports, drawing from his foundation's work on concussions—which often intersect with psychological challenges—and his public discussions on athlete well-being.

Career statistics and achievements

Professional playing statistics

Dominic Moore's National Hockey League (NHL) career spanned 15 seasons across 10 teams, during which he appeared in 897 regular season games, scoring 106 goals and 176 assists for 282 points, while accumulating 487 penalty minutes and posting a plus/minus rating of -23. The following table summarizes his NHL regular season statistics by season and team:
SeasonTeam(s)GPGAPPIM+/-
2003–04New York Rangers503300
2005–06New York Rangers829918284
2006–07Pittsburgh Penguins596915461
2006–07Minnesota Wild10202103
2007–08Minnesota Wild3012310-11
2007–08Toronto Maple Leafs3841014147
2008–09Toronto Maple Leafs6312294169-1
2008–09Buffalo Sabres1813423-1
2009–10Florida Panthers48891735-7
2009–10Montréal Canadiens21291184
2010–11Tampa Bay Lightning7718143252-12
2011–12Tampa Bay Lightning564151948-10
2011–12San Jose Sharks230666-8
2013–14New York Rangers7361218180
2014–15New York Rangers82101727285
2015–16New York Rangers80691532-2
2016–17Boston Bruins82111425442
2017–18Toronto Maple Leafs506612163
Career897106176282487-23
In the , Moore participated in 101 games, contributing 12 goals and 17 assists for 29 points and 77 penalty minutes, with a of -15. Notably, during the 2013–14 postseason with the , he played 25 games, recording 3 goals and 5 assists for 8 points. Moore's advanced metrics reflect his role as a reliable two-way , with a career points-per-game average of 0.31 and a faceoff win percentage of 54.2%. Prior to establishing himself in the NHL, Moore played in the (AHL) primarily with the Hartford Wolf Pack. In the 2004–05 season, he appeared in 78 games, scoring 19 goals and 30 assists for 49 points, along with 78 penalty minutes and a of +13. Across two AHL seasons (2003–04 and 2004–05), he totaled 148 games, 33 goals, 55 assists, 88 points, 138 penalty minutes, and a of +17. Following his NHL career, Moore briefly played in Europe with the of the Swiss National League during the 2018–19 season, appearing in 11 regular-season games with 0 goals and 1 assist, 6 penalty minutes, and a of -2. He did not compete in major international tournaments such as the Olympics or IIHF World Championships.

Awards and honors

During his NHL career, Dominic Moore received the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for the 2013–14 season, awarded by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association to the player exemplifying perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey. This honor recognized his return to the league after taking a year off following the death of his wife from in 2013, during which he contributed significantly to the ' Eastern Conference Finals appearance. Moore also garnered votes for the , recognizing sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct, in four seasons. At the collegiate level with , Moore earned AHCA East First-Team All-American honors in 2002–03. He was selected to the First All-Star Team in 2002–03 and the Second All-Star Team in 2000–01, along with the ECAC All-Tournament Team in 2003. Additionally, he received the John Tudor as Harvard's team MVP in 2003. Moore's teams advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals twice without winning the : with the in 2011 and the in 2014.

References

  1. https://www.nhl.com/player/dominic-moore-8468575
  2. https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/8964/dominic-moore
  3. https://www.hockey-reference.com/players/m/mooredo01.html
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