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Jake Neighbours (born March 29, 2002) is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger for the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted by the Blues in the first round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft with the 26th overall pick.

Key Information

Early life

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Neighbours was born on March 29, 2002, in Airdrie, Alberta, Canada.[1] When praised for his maturity, he cites the wide age gap between his half and step-siblings as the reason. In an interview, he said "once you get to the age of 10 or 11 and your brothers are 14 years older than you, your brothers don't want to hang out with you anymore if you're going to be an annoying kid. So I've learned from a young age to be mature and relaxed so my brothers would want me around."[2]

Playing career

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Growing up in Alberta, Neighbours competed with the Calgary Midget AAA Buffaloes of the Alberta Midget AAA Hockey League[3] and Airdrie Xtreme in the Alberta Major Bantam Hockey League. He transferred from the Xtreme to the Kelowna Pursuit of Excellence Bantam Prep team before being drafted fourth overall pick in the 2017 Western Hockey League (WHL) bantam draft by the Edmonton Oil Kings. During his draft-eligible year, Neighbours recorded 68 points in 30 regular-season games and 11 points in the playoffs.[4]

Neighbours joined the Oil Kings for their 2018–19 season, recording 24 points in 47 regular-season games and earning two WHL Rookie of the Month awards. His play helped push the Oil Kings into the post-season, where he was the team's only rookie to score during the playoffs.[5] After returning from a loss with Canada White, Neighbours suffered an upper-body injury during a fight against a Red Deer Rebels player and was forced to sit out for 12 games. Upon returning to the lineup in February, he was given a five-minute major for boarding and game misconduct, followed by a four-game suspension.[6] In his sophomore season with the Oil Kings, Neighbours averaged more than one point per game, tallying 70 points in 64 regular-season games before the WHL season was halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[5] Prior to the pause in the season, he was invited to participate at the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game[7] and was ranked 30th amongst all North American Skaters by the NHL Central Scouting Bureau's Midterm Draft Rankings.[8] He was also the recipient of teams' Most Improved Player Award and Scholastic Award,[9] having previously named to the league's named to WHL Academic Spotlight for December as a student at Salisbury Composite High School.[10]

Leading up to the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, Neighbours was ranked 26th among North American skaters, a boost from his previous rank of 30.[11] He was eventually drafted in the first round, 26th overall, of the 2020 NHL Draft by the St. Louis Blues.[5] Neighbours began the 2020–21 season with signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Blues on October 17, 2020.[12] He attended the Blues' training camp but was re-assigned to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Utica Comets, to begin the season as he is eligible to be on the AHL roster until his junior season starts.[13]

Neighbours made the Blues opening night roster for the 2021–22 season and made his NHL debut on October 16, 2021 at Ball Arena against the Colorado Avalanche where the Blues won 5–3 and Neighbours registered 9:00 minutes of ice time, three hits, and one shot on goal. In his second game against the Arizona Coyotes on October 18, 2021, Neighbours recorded his first NHL point as he recorded the primary assist after making a nifty play behind the net and dishing it to Klim Kostin who would score a goal which wound up as the game winning goal in a Blues 7–4 victory. In the second period of his fourth game against the Los Angeles Kings, Neighbours received a pass from Brayden Schenn and put the puck past Kings goalie Cal Petersen to score his first career NHL goal. The goal made it 4–1 Blues and they ended up winning the game 7–3, meaning Neighbours’ goal was the game winning goal.

After playing the first nine games of the Blues season, Neighbours was sent back to the WHL to return to the Edmonton Oil Kings. During the 2021–22 WHL season, Neighbours recorded 17 goals and 28 assists in 30 regular season games along with three goals and 14 assists in 19 playoff games as the Oil Kings eventually defeated the Seattle Thunderbirds in six games to win the Ed Chynoweth Cup.

International play

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Medal record
Representing  Canada
Ice hockey
World Championships
Gold medal – first place 2023 Finland/Latvia

On October 16, 2018, Neighbours and Oil Kings teammate Sebastian Cossa were two of 66 players selected to represent Canada at the 2018 World U-17 Hockey Challenge.[14] Prior to the start of the tournament, Neighbours named captain of Canada White while Kaiden Guhle of the Prince Albert Raiders was selected to lead Canada Red.[15] The following year, Neighbours was named to the Canada men's national junior ice hockey team for the 2019 Hlinka Gretzky Cup,[16] where he helped them win a silver medal.[17]

Career statistics

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Regular season and playoffs

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Regular season Playoffs
Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM
2017–18 Calgary Buffaloes AMHL 33 26 31 57 12 5 1 3 4 12
2017–18 Edmonton Oil Kings WHL 11 0 4 4 6 — — — — —
2018–19 Edmonton Oil Kings WHL 47 11 13 24 25 16 4 8 12 10
2019–20 Edmonton Oil Kings WHL 64 23 47 70 39 — — — — —
2020–21 Edmonton Oil Kings WHL 19 9 24 33 17 — — — — —
2021–22 St. Louis Blues NHL 9 1 1 2 2 — — — — —
2021–22 Edmonton Oil Kings WHL 30 17 28 45 38 19 3 14 17 16
2022–23 St. Louis Blues NHL 43 6 4 10 24 — — — — —
2022–23 Springfield Thunderbirds AHL 23 9 7 16 2 — — — — —
2023–24 St. Louis Blues NHL 77 27 11 38 21 — — — — —
2024–25 St. Louis Blues NHL 82 22 24 46 56 7 1 5 6 16
NHL totals 211 56 40 96 103 7 1 5 6 16

International

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Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM
2018 Canada White U17 6th 5 3 3 6 2
2019 Canada HG18 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 5 0 0 0 4
2023 Canada WC 1st place, gold medalist(s) 10 1 4 5 2
Junior totals 10 3 3 6 6
Senior totals 10 1 4 5 2

Awards and achievements

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Award Year Ref
WHL
Ed Chynoweth Cup 2022 [18]

References

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Jake Neighbours

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Jake Neighbours (born March 29, 2002) is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger for the of the National Hockey League (NHL). Standing at 6 feet (183 cm) tall and shooting left, he has established himself as a key forward for the Blues since debuting in the 2021–22 season. Neighbours was selected by the in the first round, 26th overall, of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft after a standout junior career with the of the (WHL), where he served as team captain during the 2021–22 season and helped lead them to a WHL championship. Born in , he began his youth hockey with the Airdrie Minor Hockey Association before progressing through the ranks, accumulating 176 points (60 goals and 116 assists) in 171 WHL games. Internationally, he represented at the , contributing five points (one goal and four assists) in 10 games en route to a win. In his NHL career with the , Neighbours has played 227 games as of November 15, 2025, recording 110 points (68 goals and 42 assists), including a breakout 2023–24 campaign with 38 points (27 goals and 11 assists) in 77 games and six goals in eight games to start the 2025–26 season. He signed a two-year extension worth $7.5 million on , 2024, securing his place with the team through the 2026–27 season at an annual cap hit of $3.75 million. However, as of November 2025, Neighbours is sidelined with a sustained on October 25, 2025, against the , expected to miss at least five weeks, which has prompted the to recall prospects and adjust their lineup amid a challenging start to the season.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Jake Neighbours was born on March 29, 2002, in , . He grew up in Airdrie, a suburban community northwest of . Neighbours comes from a blended that played a significant role in shaping his early development. His father, Ed Neighbours, is a Calgary-based entrepreneur who supported the family through various business ventures. The family includes two older half-brothers (who were 12 and 14 years old at the time of his birth), two older stepsisters, and one younger stepbrother named Carter, who is nine months his junior. The wide age gaps within the sibling group fostered Neighbours' maturity and competitive drive from an early age, as he navigated interactions with much older half- and step-siblings who often treated him as an equal despite the differences. This dynamic encouraged him to develop strong social skills and a calm demeanor, helping him bridge generational divides within the household. The family's supportive structure in Airdrie further reinforced these traits, contributing to his ability to adapt and thrive in varied social settings during his formative years.

Introduction to hockey

Neighbours began playing hockey at the age of four. He first developed his passion for through the Airdrie Minor Hockey Association in his hometown of , where he honed his skills in local youth leagues before advancing to competitive minor hockey. In the 2015-16 season, at age 13, he joined the Airdrie Xtreme U15 AAA team in the Alberta Minor Bantam Hockey League (AMBHL), a program known for preparing young players for higher levels of competition. During that year, Neighbours appeared in 35 games, recording 22 goals and 18 assists for 40 points, while accumulating 64 penalty minutes, showcasing his emerging offensive talent and physical presence on the ice. Seeking more advanced training and exposure, Neighbours relocated to the region in for the 2016-17 season, enrolling at the Pursuit of Excellence Hockey Academy and joining their U15 Prep team in the Canadian Sport School Hockey League (CSSHL U15). This move was supported by his family, who encouraged his pursuit of elite development opportunities away from home. At Pursuit of Excellence, the academy's structured program emphasized skill refinement, tactical awareness, and academic balance, allowing Neighbours to elevate his game in a more rigorous environment. In 30 regular-season games, he led the team with 27 goals and 41 assists for 68 points and just 16 penalty minutes, demonstrating strong playmaking and scoring ability; he added 11 points (5 goals, 6 assists) in five playoff games, helping the team secure the CSSHL U15 championship. Neighbours' standout performance at Pursuit of Excellence drew early scouting attention from (WHL) teams, positioning him as a top prospect entering his bantam draft-eligible year. Scouts praised his high motor, playmaking off the boards, and solid defensive fundamentals, noting his ability to contribute in all zones during tournaments like the Alberta Cup, where his team claimed victory. This period of focused preparation, including additional games with the Pursuit of Excellence Elite 15s squad (where he tallied 5 points in 4 regular-season outings), solidified his readiness for junior hockey, marking the culmination of his minor hockey development.

Junior career

Edmonton Oil Kings

Neighbours was selected fourth overall by the in the 2017 WHL bantam draft. He made his WHL debut during the 2017–18 season, appearing in 11 regular-season games and recording four assists while adjusting to the league's level of competition. In his full rookie campaign of 2018–19, Neighbours established himself as a key contributor on the Oil Kings' roster, tallying 11 goals and 13 assists for 24 points over 47 regular-season games. His strong start earned him WHL Rookie of the Month honors for September and October 2018, during which he posted 14 points (5 goals and 9 assists) in 17 games. Building on his rookie year, Neighbours showed significant progression in the 2019–20 season, emerging as a top playmaker for the Oil Kings with 23 goals and 47 assists for 70 points in 64 games, highlighting his vision and ability to drive the team's top lines. The 2020–21 season was abbreviated due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but he remained productive in 19 games, scoring nine goals and adding 24 assists for 33 points while serving as an alternate captain and focusing on leadership in a shortened schedule. Over his entire WHL career from 2017–18 to 2021–22 with the Oil Kings, Neighbours accumulated 171 regular-season games, 60 goals, and 116 assists, solidifying his role as a versatile forward who balanced scoring, playmaking, and physical presence on the ice. In the 2021–22 season, Neighbours was named of the Oil Kings, guiding the with 17 goals and 28 assists in 30 regular-season games before transitioning to professional opportunities. His emphasized and offensive zone dominance, contributing to a strong collective performance during his tenure.

WHL achievements

During the 2021–22 season, Neighbours served as of the and played a key role in their successful playoff run, culminating in a 4–2 series victory over the in the WHL Finals to win the as WHL champions. In the playoffs, he contributed 3 goals and 14 assists for 17 points in 19 games, helping the secure their first WHL title since 2014. Over his entire WHL career with the Oil Kings from 2017 to 2022, Neighbours amassed 176 points (60 goals and 116 assists) in 171 regular-season games, demonstrating consistent offensive production and growth as a . His strong junior performance elevated his status as a top prospect, earning him the 26th ranking among North American skaters by NHL Central Scouting ahead of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, where he was selected 26th overall by the .

Professional career

Draft and entry into pros

Neighbours was selected by the with the 26th overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. His performance with the in the preceding seasons contributed to his draft stock. On October 17, 2020, Neighbours signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Blues. Neighbours began his professional career with an assignment to the ' AHL affiliate, the , for the 2020–21 season. The league's schedule was severely limited by the , with Utica playing just 26 games, and Neighbours appeared in none before returning to junior hockey. The Blues shifted their primary AHL affiliation to the ahead of the 2021–22 season after Springfield's opt-out the previous year. Neighbours had no involvement with Springfield that year amid his brief NHL appearance and ongoing junior commitments, further impacted by pandemic-related disruptions.

NHL seasons

Neighbours made his NHL debut with the on October 16, 2021, at the age of 19, playing against the in . He recorded his first NHL point (an assist) in his second game on October 18, 2021, against the , and scored his first NHL goal one week after his debut, on October 23, 2021, in a 7-3 victory over the at . In his rookie 2021-22 season, Neighbours appeared in 9 games for the Blues, recording 2 points (1 goal and 1 assist). He then returned to junior hockey. In the 2022-23 season, Neighbours appeared in 43 games for the Blues, recording 10 points (6 goals and 4 assists) while adjusting to the professional level and contributing physical play along the boards. During that season, he also appeared in 23 games with the Blues' AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds, where he recorded 9 goals and 7 assists for 16 points. His debut campaigns showcased his potential as a gritty left winger, though limited ice time reflected the team's depth and his ongoing development. Neighbours continued to develop in the 2023-24 season, posting 38 points (27 goals and 11 assists) in 77 games, and in 2024-25, he recorded 46 points (22 goals and 24 assists) in 82 games. Through the end of the 2024-25 season, he had played 211 NHL games, accumulating 96 points (56 goals and 40 assists), emerging as a key secondary scorer for the , blending physicality with offensive instincts that helped anchor the bottom-six lines. On October 22, 2024, he signed a two-year extension with the , carrying through the 2026-27 season at an average annual value of $3.75 million, securing his role as a mainstay left winger on the roster. As of November 15, 2025, Neighbours has posted seven points (six goals and one assist) in eight games of the 2025-26 season before sustaining a right leg injury on October 28, 2025, against the . He was placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss at least five weeks.

International career

Youth representations

Neighbours represented at the under-17 level as captain of Canada White at the 2018 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, where he recorded three goals and three assists over five games while suiting up alongside . His leadership role highlighted his emerging presence among top junior prospects, contributing to Canada White's strong preliminary round performance before their playoff exit. At the under-18 level, Neighbours was selected for Team at the 2019 , skating on the first line with and during the tournament in the and . Although he did not record points in five games played, his placement on the top line underscored his status as a key forward in 's offensive lineup; won silver, losing 3-2 to in the final. Neighbours also gained experience at the under-20 level through selection to Canada's roster for the 2022 , where he served as an alternate and tallied two assists in the two games played before the tournament's cancellation due to COVID-19. One notable contribution came in the win over , assisting on Connor Bedard's first career World Junior goal. His invitation to the selection camp earlier that further prepared him for international competition at this age group.

Senior tournaments

Neighbours earned his first call-up to the senior Canadian national team for the , co-hosted by , , and Riga, . His prior youth international experience, including a at the , positioned him as a promising addition to the senior roster at age 21. As a physical left winger known for his strong forechecking, board work, and ability to contribute offensively while engaging in robust play along the walls, Neighbours suited up for all 10 games in the tournament. He registered 1 goal and 4 assists for 5 points, including key assists in the quarterfinal win over and the semifinal against Czechia, helping Canada capture the gold medal with a 5-2 victory over in the final. Neighbours was not selected for Team Canada's roster at the 2024 IIHF World Championship in and , Czechia, where the team finished fourth after a semifinal loss to . Similarly, he did not participate in the 2025 tournament in , , and , , as Canada was eliminated by in the quarterfinals (2-1 loss); instead, St. Louis Blues teammates and represented the country.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

Neighbours has accumulated 103 points in 219 NHL regular season games over five seasons, with a breakout performance in 2023-24 where he scored 27 goals.

NHL Regular Season

SeasonTeamGPGAPts+/-PIM
2021-22STL9112-22
2022-23STL436410-1924
2023-24STL77271138-1621
2024-25STL82222446056
2025-26STL8617-44
Total2196241103-41107
Statistics as of November 11, 2025.

NHL Playoffs

SeasonTeamGPGAPts+/-PIM
2024-25STL7156-216
Total7156-216
Neighbours has made one playoff appearance in his career, limited to the 2024-25 postseason. In the AHL, Neighbours recorded 16 points (9 goals, 7 assists) in 23 games with the during the 2022-23 season.

International

Neighbours represented at the international level in youth and senior tournaments, recording a total of 20 games played, 4 goals, 7 assists, and 11 points. His youth international statistics include performances at the 2018 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, where he captained White and tallied 3 goals and 3 assists in 5 games, and the 2019 , where he registered no points in 5 games. In his senior debut at the 2023 , Neighbours contributed 1 goal and 4 assists in 10 games as won .
YearTournamentTeamGPGAPts
2018CAN5336
2019CAN5000
2023CAN10145
Total204711

Awards and achievements

References

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