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Kevin John Hatcher (born September 9, 1966) is an American former professional ice hockey defenseman who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 17 seasons between 1984 and 2001 for the Washington Capitals, Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes. He is the older brother of former NHL player Derian Hatcher, with whom he was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame on October 21, 2010. Hatcher was born in Detroit, Michigan, but grew up in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

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Early life

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Hatcher was born on September 9, 1966, in Detroit, Michigan, US[1] to Eric and Carol Hatcher.[2] He grew up in Sterling Heights, Michigan alongside his brothers Mark and Derian and two younger sisters.[3] While Eric was a semi-professional football player, he felt ice hockey was a better sport for kids than football. As such, Hatcher began playing organized hockey at the age of four.[4]

Playing career

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Amateur

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As a youth, Hatcher played in the 1979 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with the Michigan Hylanders.[5] He then played for the Little Caesars 15U AAA team and Detroit Compuware Ambassadors while enrolled at Stevenson High School. As a member of the Ambassadors, he helped them win the 1983 Midget Nationals championships.[6] Hatcher left the Ambassadors after his junior year at Stevenson.[7] upon being drafted by the North Bay Centennials of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).[8] He chose to play major junior hockey in Canada, rather than remain in Detroit, as he believed it would be the fastest route to the National Hockey League (NHL).[9] However, he had informed all OHL clubs prior to the 1983 OHL draft that he would only play in the league if the Centennials drafted him as they were the team his brother played for.[10]

Hatcher joined his brother Mark on the Centennials for the 1983–84 season[3] and scored his first OHL goal on October 10, 1983, against the Toronto Marlboros.[11] By the mid-point of his rookie season, Hatcher had tallied four goals and 20 assists through 36 games.[8] As a result of his play, he was ranked 22nd amongst all eligible skaters by the NHL Central Scouting Bureau[4] and was named to Team USA's roster for the 1984 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.[8] Hatcher improved his ranking by the end of the season to 17th overall after finishing with 10 goals and 39 assists.[4] Due to his late birthday, Hatcher was the youngest player available in the 1984 NHL entry draft.[12] He was subsequently drafted in the first round, 17th overall, by the Washington Capitals.[7] Prior to the draft, Hatcher stated he would not mind being drafted by the Capitals as they told him they "let players learn from their mistakes."[4]

After signing a contract with the Capitals on September 6, 1984,[12] Hatcher participated in their training camp and scored five points through six preseason games.[13] However, due to his young age and other strong players available, he was reassigned to the OHL for the 1984–85 season.[3][14] As an 18-year old, Hatcher led all defensemen in regular-season scoring with 26 goals and 37 assists.[13] He finished the 1985 OHL playoffs with five goals and eight assists[15] and was named to the OHL's Second All-Star Team.[16]

Washington Capitals

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The Washington Capitals recalled Hatcher to the NHL level for the final two games of the 1984–85 regular season.[3] He made his NHL debut on April 6, 1985, against the Pittsburgh Penguins, as a replacement for an injured Peter Andersson. While he did not score any points, head coach Bryan Murray praised his stay-at-home defensive style of play.[17] Hatcher played in his second game the following day and scored his first NHL goal.[18] At 18 years, 210 days old, Hatcher became the second youngest defensemen in franchise history to score his first NHL goal with the team.[19] As the Capitals qualified for the 1985 Stanley Cup playoffs, he made his postseason debut in their first round series against the New York Islanders.[20] At the age of 18 and seven months, Hatcher became the youngest player to appear in a playoff game.[2]

Over the 1985 offseason, Hatcher worked on his strength and cardio abilities to boost his chances of making the Capitals opening night roster. The departures of Mike McEwen and Dave Shand over the offseason also opened up a spot on the Capitals 1985–86 roster for him.[21][22] Hatcher finished his rookie season with nine goals and 10 assists for 19 points. He later credited the defensive-mindedness of the team for making his transition to the NHL easier.[20] As a result of his successful rookie season, the league named Hatcher to the 1986 NHL All-Rookie Team.[23]

Hatcher struggled to match his previous season's success in the 1986–87 season and drew immediate concerns from the coaching staff. They pinpointed the second week of training camp as the point at which Hatcher began to struggle. He began to improve in January after sitting as a healthy scratch for two games and working with assistant coach Terry Murray.[24]

After representing the United States at the 1987 Canada Cup, Hatcher returned to the Capitals training camp for his third season with the team. However, the day before the start of the 1987–88 season, it was announced that he would miss the first three weeks due to a knee injury.[25] Hatcher played a vital role for the Capitals during the 1988 Stanley Cup playoffs. In their first round series against the Philadelphia Flyers, he set a franchise record for points by a defenceman in a single playoff series.[26]

After tallying four goals and 19 assists through 43 games, Hatcher was selected to participate in the 1990 NHL All-Star Game.[27] He helped the Capitals advance to the 1990 Stanley Cup playoffs but suffered a knee injury in Game 5 of their series against the New York Rangers.[28] At the time of the injury, he had accumulated eight assists over 11 games.[29] As a result of the injury, Hatcher sat out for the entirety of the Capitals series against the Boston Bruins.[30]

During the Capitals 1992–93 exhibition games, head coach Terry Murray made Hatcher a temporary captain. This extended into the regular season as Hatcher replaced Rod Langway as team captain while the latter was injured.[31] On January 13, 1993, Hatcher recorded three goals and an assist in a 5–4 win over the Rangers. He subsequently became the first Capitals defenseman to record a hat-trick and finished the season with a franchise record 34 goals.[32] In February, Hatcher officially replaced Langway as team captain.[31] In this role he reached the 30-goal mark and helped all Capitals defensemen set a new league record for most combined points by defensemen on one team.[33] He finished the season with 79 points to clinch second place on the Capitals all-time points list for defenseman in a single season.[34]

Dallas Stars

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After refusing to sign with the Capitals, Hatcher was traded to the Dallas Stars on January 18, 1995 in exchange for Mark Tinordi and Rick Mrozik.[35]

Pittsburgh Penguins

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Hatcher spent two seasons with the Stars before being traded to the Penguins in exchange for Sergei Zubov following the 1995–96 season. However, the Penguins had a difficult time informing him that he had been traded due to his affinity for remaining off the grid during the summer.[36]

New York Rangers

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Prior to the start of the 1999–00 season, Hatcher was acquired by the New York Rangers in exchange for defenseman Peter Popovic.[37]

Personal life

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Hatcher's daughter Hannah is married to NHL goaltender Tristan Jarry.[38] After retiring, Hatcher and his brother Derian opened a bar/restaurant in Utica, Michigan.[39]

Awards and achievements

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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
1982–83 Detroit Compuware Ambassadors MNHL 75 30 45 75 120 — — — — —
1983–84 North Bay Centennials OHL 67 10 39 49 61 4 2 2 4 11
1984–85 North Bay Centennials OHL 58 26 37 63 75 8 5 8 13 9
1984–85 Washington Capitals NHL 2 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0
1985–86 Washington Capitals NHL 79 9 10 19 119 9 1 1 2 19
1986–87 Washington Capitals NHL 78 8 16 24 144 7 1 0 1 20
1987–88 Washington Capitals NHL 71 14 27 41 137 14 5 7 12 55
1988–89 Washington Capitals NHL 62 13 27 40 101 6 1 4 5 20
1989–90 Washington Capitals NHL 80 13 41 54 102 11 0 8 8 32
1990–91 Washington Capitals NHL 79 24 50 74 69 11 3 3 6 8
1991–92 Washington Capitals NHL 79 17 37 54 105 7 2 4 6 19
1992–93 Washington Capitals NHL 83 34 45 79 114 6 0 1 1 14
1993–94 Washington Capitals NHL 72 16 24 40 108 11 3 4 7 37
1994–95 Dallas Stars NHL 47 10 19 29 66 5 2 1 3 2
1995–96 Dallas Stars NHL 74 15 26 41 58 — — — — —
1996–97 Pittsburgh Penguins NHL 80 15 39 54 103 5 1 1 2 4
1997–98 Pittsburgh Penguins NHL 74 19 29 48 66 6 1 0 1 12
1998–99 Pittsburgh Penguins NHL 66 11 27 38 24 13 2 3 5 4
1999–2000 New York Rangers NHL 74 4 19 23 38 — — — — —
2000–01 Carolina Hurricanes NHL 57 4 14 18 38 6 0 0 0 6
NHL totals 1,157 227 450 677 1,392 118 22 37 59 252

International

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Year Team Event   GP G A Pts PIM
1984 United States WJC 7 1 0 1 0
1987 United States CC 5 0 0 0 4
1991 United States CC 8 0 4 4 12
1996 United States WCH 7 0 3 3 4
1998 United States OG 4 0 2 2 0
Senior totals 24 0 9 9 20

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Kevin Hatcher (born September 9, 1966) is an American former professional ice hockey defenseman who played 17 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1984 to 2001, amassing 677 points in 1,157 regular-season games across five teams. Known for his offensive prowess from the blue line, Hatcher holds the record for the most goals by a U.S.-born defenseman in a single NHL season with 34 during 1992–93 while with the Washington Capitals. Drafted 17th overall by the Capitals in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft, he emerged as one of the league's top offensive defensemen in the 1990s, earning five NHL All-Star Game selections in 1990, 1991, 1992, 1996, and 1997. Internationally, Hatcher represented the United States prominently, contributing to the gold medal-winning 1996 World Cup of Hockey team and participating in events like the 1987 and 1991 Canada Cups (where the U.S. finished as runner-up) and the 1998 Winter Olympics. His career also included stints with the Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Rangers, and Carolina Hurricanes, where he added 59 points in 118 playoff games, highlighted by a Stanley Cup Finals appearance with the Stars in 1999. Hatcher was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 2010 for his contributions to the sport both domestically and internationally.

Beginnings

Early life

Kevin Hatcher was born on September 9, 1966, in , , and grew up in the nearby suburb of Sterling Heights. The son of carpenter Eric Hatcher, he was introduced to the sport alongside his siblings during childhood in the area, where hockey was a family pursuit over other options like football. Hatcher began organized play early, appearing in the 1979 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament as a defenseman for the Michigan Hylanders team. He continued developing his skills with local youth programs, including the Detroit Compuware Ambassadors during the 1982-83 season. Hatcher's family included a younger brother, Derian, who would later follow him into the NHL as a defenseman. These foundational experiences in 's competitive youth hockey scene led to his move to junior hockey with the North Bay Centennials.

Amateur career

Kevin Hatcher began his organized competitive hockey in youth leagues, including stints with the and programs, before advancing to junior hockey. He joined the North Bay Centennials of the (OHL) for the 1983–84 season, marking his entry into major junior play as a 17-year-old defenseman from suburban . In his rookie OHL campaign, Hatcher posted 49 points, consisting of 10 goals and 39 assists, over 67 regular-season games, helping establish him as a promising offensive blueliner. The following year, 1984–85, he elevated his performance with 63 points (26 goals and 37 assists) in 58 games, earning recognition on the OHL Second All-Star Team for his contributions. Hatcher's strong junior production led to his selection by the in the first round, 17th overall, of the 1984 NHL Entry Draft held in . Shortly after, on September 5, 1984, he signed a multi-year contract with the Capitals.

NHL career

Washington Capitals

Hatcher made his NHL debut with the on April 6, 1985, against the , appearing in two regular-season games that year and scoring his first career NHL the following night, also against . He also played in one playoff game during the . Transitioning to a full-time role beginning in the 1985–86 season, Hatcher quickly developed into a reliable defenseman, accumulating 84 points (31 goals and 53 assists) over his first three full NHL seasons from 1985–86 to 1987–88. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 230 pounds, Hatcher embodied a physical, two-way playing style that combined strong defensive presence with offensive contributions, particularly on the power play where he often quarterbacked units and unleashed a powerful shot from . His development peaked during the early , when he assumed a role as the Capitals' from to 1994, guiding the team through competitive seasons in the . In the 1992–93 season, Hatcher reached the height of his offensive prowess with the Capitals, scoring a career-high 34 goals and totaling 79 points in 83 games, which established the franchise record for most goals by a defenseman in a single season and ranked as the second-highest points total for a Capitals blueliner at the time. On January 18, 1995, amid reported dissatisfaction with his contract situation, Hatcher was traded to the in exchange for defenseman and forward Rick Mrozik, ending his tenure with Washington after 10 seasons and 685 games.

Dallas Stars

Hatcher joined the via trade from the on January 18, 1995, in exchange for defensemen and Rick Mrozik, just prior to the start of the lockout-shortened . Upon arrival, he signed a six-year contract worth $15 million, reflecting his status as a premier offensive defenseman seeking a fresh start after contract disputes in Washington. In his debut season with Dallas, Hatcher adapted quickly to the team's defensive-oriented system under coach , logging significant minutes on the blue line and reuniting with his younger brother Derian, the Stars' captain. The brothers occasionally formed a top-pairing tandem, leveraging Kevin's puck-moving skills alongside Derian's physical presence to bolster the back end. During the 1994–95 campaign, Hatcher contributed offensively with 10 goals and 19 assists for 29 points in 47 games, providing a steady presence despite the team's struggles in the competitive Central Division. The following year, in 1995–96, he built on that foundation, registering 15 goals and 26 assists for 41 points over 74 games while earning a selection to the . His production helped anchor Dallas's improved defense in the 1995–96 season. Hatcher's tenure in Dallas, though spanning just one and a half seasons, marked a period of stabilization for the young franchise, with his experience aiding the integration of emerging talents. On June 22, 1996, at the NHL Draft, he was traded to the in exchange for defenseman , ending his brief but influential stint in .

Pittsburgh Penguins

Kevin Hatcher was acquired by the from the on June 22, 1996, in exchange for defenseman . The trade brought a seasoned offensive defenseman to Pittsburgh's blue line during a competitive era led by Jaromir Jagr, as the Penguins sought to bolster their defense for deep playoff runs. Over three seasons from 1996-97 to 1998-99, Hatcher established himself as a reliable veteran presence, accumulating 140 points (45 goals, 95 assists) in 220 regular-season games despite missing time due to injuries, particularly in his final year when he played only 66 games. In 1996-97, he posted 54 points (15 goals, 39 assists) in 80 games, and he earned selection to the 1997 NHL All-Star Game, highlighting his transition success to . The following season, 1997-98, saw him contribute 48 points (19 goals, 29 assists) in 74 games as finished first in the Northeast Division with 98 points. Hatcher's impact extended to the playoffs, where he provided steady minutes and leadership during the ' Stanley Cup pursuits. In 1998-99, he recorded 38 points (11 goals, 27 assists) in 66 regular-season games before adding five points (2 goals, 3 assists) in 13 playoff contests, helping defeat the in seven games in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals before falling to the in the Semifinals. His experience on the power play and penalty kill anchored the defense amid roster transitions. On September 30, 1999, Hatcher was traded to the for defenseman Peter Popovic, ending his tenure.

New York Rangers

Prior to the 1999–2000 season, Hatcher was traded from the to the on September 30, 1999, in exchange for defenseman Peter Popovic. The acquisition aimed to strengthen the Rangers' defensive corps with a veteran right-shooting blueliner, filling a physical role left vacant by the retirement of due to . At 33 years old and entering the final year of a contract worth approximately $3 million, Hatcher brought significant NHL experience, including five selections from his earlier career. In his sole season with the Rangers, Hatcher appeared in 74 regular-season games, contributing 4 goals and 19 assists for 23 points while accumulating 38 penalty minutes. His production reflected a steady, defensive-oriented role amid a rebuilding effort, as the team endured ongoing struggles with consistency and depth on the blue line. The Rangers finished the season with a 29–38–12–3 record, earning 73 points and placing fourth in the Atlantic Division but 11th in the , missing the playoffs for the third consecutive year. Following the conclusion of the 1999–2000 campaign, Hatcher became an unrestricted free agent and signed a one-year, $1.5 million contract with the on July 31, 2000.

Carolina Hurricanes

Hatcher signed with the as a on July 31, 2000, bringing veteran defensive experience from his prior season with the to bolster the team's blue line. During the 2000–01 season, his only full year with the Hurricanes, Hatcher appeared in 57 regular-season games, registering 4 goals and 14 assists for 18 points while accumulating 38 penalty minutes. The Hurricanes finished second in the Southeast Division with 91 points, securing the eighth playoff seed in the Eastern Conference. In the conference quarterfinals against the New Jersey Devils, Carolina was eliminated in six games, with Hatcher logging no points across his six playoff appearances. At age 34, Hatcher announced his retirement from the NHL following the conclusion of the 2000–01 season. He concluded his 17-year professional career having played 1,157 regular-season games and amassed 677 points, including 227 goals and 450 assists.

International career

Junior level

Kevin Hatcher represented the as a defenseman at the 1984 IIHF World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, held from December 25, 1983, to January 3, 1984, in and , . At 17 years old during the —his birthdate being September 9, 1966—Hatcher contributed to the U.S. squad in all seven games, scoring one while accumulating no assists and zero penalty minutes. The team finished sixth in Pool A, earning four points from two wins and five losses, with a differential of 32-38. This marked Hatcher's sole appearance in junior international competition, occurring during his draft-eligible rookie season in the with the North Bay Centennials, after which he transitioned rapidly to professional hockey upon being selected 17th overall in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft by the .

Senior level

Kevin Hatcher made his senior international debut for Team USA at the , where he appeared in five games during the preliminary round as a 20-year-old defenseman but recorded no points and accumulated four penalty minutes. The United States finished fourth in the tournament, which was won by Canada. Hatcher emerged as a key defenseman for Team USA at the , contributing four assists over eight games while logging 12 penalty minutes in a physically demanding tournament. His steady presence on the blue line helped reach the final, where they earned silver medals after a two-game sweep loss to . At the , Hatcher served as a veteran anchor for the U.S. defense, registering three assists in seven games en route to a win; Team USA won the best-of-three final series against 2-1 (winning Games 2 and 3, 5-2 each, after a 3-4 OT loss in Game 1). He also represented the at the in Nagano, , where he played all four games, tallied two assists, and provided leadership as one of the team's elder statesmen during a tournament that saw the U.S. exit in the quarterfinals with a 1-3 record. Over his senior international career, Hatcher appeared in 24 games for Team USA across these tournaments, accumulating nine points (all assists) and 20 penalty minutes. He was inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 2010 in recognition of his contributions to American hockey, including his international play.

Personal life

Family

Kevin Hatcher was born in and raised in the Detroit suburb of , where his family's deep involvement in hockey from a young age shaped his passion for the sport. As part of a hockey-oriented household, Hatcher began organized play at age four, crediting his family's encouragement for fostering his early development and commitment to the game, and later honed his skills in the local Youth Hockey Program. Hatcher's younger brother, , followed a similar path as a professional defenseman in the NHL, serving as captain for both the and during his 16-season career. The brothers played together on the ' blueline from 1994 to 1996, strengthening their shared legacy in the sport. In recognition of their contributions, Kevin and Derian were jointly inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame on October 21, 2010. Hatcher is married and has one daughter, Hannah Hatcher. Hannah married goaltender in a beachside ceremony in August 2023, connecting the families through their ties to organization where Hatcher previously played.

Post-retirement activities

After retiring from the National Hockey League in 2001 following 17 seasons, Kevin Hatcher returned to his native , where he had been born and raised in the area. In the early 2000s, Hatcher partnered with his brother Derian to open Hatchy's Hockey Bar and Grub at 7759 Auburn Road in , creating a venue centered around hockey memorabilia and casual dining that catered to local sports enthusiasts. The establishment featured multiple floors, including a main level for food and drinks in a hockey-themed atmosphere, a second floor with live music and billiards, and a VIP third floor; it operated successfully for over a decade before closing around 2015, after which the brothers sold the property. Hatcher has remained active in Michigan's local hockey community through youth coaching roles, serving as an assistant coach for several AAA-level teams affiliated with the Honeybaked and programs. His involvement includes stints with Honeybaked 16U AAA (2013-14), Honeybaked 13U AAA (2017-18), Honeybaked 14U AAA (2018-19), 14U AAA (2021-22), 15U AAA (2022-23), and 18U AAA (2023-24), where he contributed to developing young players in high-performance hockey leagues. A notable highlight of his post-retirement life came on October 21, 2010, when Hatcher was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in , alongside his brother Derian, recognizing his contributions to American hockey both on and off the ice. Hatcher has not pursued any roles in professional hockey since his playing days, instead dedicating time to youth development and personal pursuits in as of recent years.

Awards and achievements

NHL accolades

During his NHL career, Kevin Hatcher was selected to five All-Star Games, representing the in 1990, 1991, and 1992, and the in 1996 and 1997. These appearances highlighted his status as a premier offensive contributor from the blue line, where he combined physical play with elite scoring ability. Hatcher's most notable achievements came during his tenure with the Capitals, particularly in the 1992–93 season, when he established the franchise record for most goals by a defenseman with 34, becoming the seventh defenseman in NHL history to score 30 or more goals in a single season. That year, he also tallied 79 points (34 goals and 45 assists) in 83 games, a performance that underscored his offensive dominance and ranked as the second-highest single-season total for a Capitals defenseman at the time. Over his 10 seasons with Washington, Hatcher amassed 426 points (149 goals and 277 assists) in 685 games, briefly holding the franchise lead in career points among defensemen before being surpassed by teammates like Calle Johansson. Despite his prolific scoring—finishing with 227 goals across 1,157 regular-season games—Hatcher never captured a major individual award such as the Norris Trophy, though he earned consideration in multiple voting cycles for his all-around impact. He was widely regarded as one of the league's top offensive defensemen in the , exemplified by his career-high output and consistent 40-plus point seasons.

Other honors

In 2010, Kevin Hatcher was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame alongside his brother Derian, recognizing his 17-year NHL career and significant contributions to American hockey on the international stage. The induction highlighted his role in elevating U.S. hockey's global profile, particularly through his participation in major tournaments. Hatcher's international achievements were a key part of this legacy, including earning a silver medal with Team USA at the , where the Americans reached the final but fell to . He further contributed to U.S. success by helping secure the gold medal at the , defeating in a best-of-three final series that marked one of the program's brightest moments. These accomplishments underscored his defensive prowess and leadership in advancing American competitiveness against traditional powers. Earlier in his career, Hatcher received recognition at the junior level by being named to the Ontario Hockey League's Second All-Star Team in 1985 while playing for the North Bay Centennials.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

Kevin Hatcher appeared in 1,157 regular season games over 17 NHL seasons from 1984–85 to 2000–01, accumulating 227 goals, 450 assists, and 677 points, along with 1,392 penalty minutes and a career rating of -26. His career scoring average was 0.59 . The following table details his regular season performance by season and team:
SeasonTeamGPGAPTS+/-PIM
1984-85WSH210110
1985-86WSH79910196119
1986-87WSH7881624-28144
1987-88WSH711427411137
1988-89WSH6213274019101
1989-90WSH801341544102
1990-91WSH79245074-1069
1991-92WSH7917375418105
1992-93WSH83344579-7114
1993-94WSH72162440-13108
1994-95DAL47101929-466
1995-96DAL74152641-2458
1996-97PIT8015395411103
1997-98PIT74192948-366
1998-99PIT661127381124
1999-00NYR7441923-1038
2000-01CAR5741418238
Career1,157227450677-261,392
In the , Hatcher participated in 118 games across 15 postseasons, tallying 22 goals, 37 assists, and 59 points. The following table outlines his playoff performance by season and team:
SeasonTeamGPGAPTS
1984-85WSH1000
1985-86WSH9112
1986-87WSH7101
1987-88WSH145712
1988-89WSH6145
1989-90WSH11088
1990-91WSH11336
1991-92WSH7246
1992-93WSH6011
1993-94WSH11347
1994-955213
1996-97PIT5112
1997-98PIT6101
1998-99PIT13235
2000-016000
Career118223759

International

Kevin Hatcher represented the in five major international tournaments, spanning from the 1984 World Junior Championships to the . His contributions helped Team USA secure a at the and a at the . The following table summarizes Hatcher's statistics in these tournaments:
TournamentGPGAPtsPIM
1984 World Junior Championships71010
50004
804412
70334
30220
Total30191020
Statistics compiled from official tournament records.

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