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Michael William Comrie (born September 11, 1980) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. During his 13-year National Hockey League (NHL) career he played with the Edmonton Oilers, Philadelphia Flyers, Phoenix Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, New York Islanders, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. He retired in early 2012 after undergoing hip surgery for the third time.[1]

Key Information

Playing career

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Mike Comrie was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, and attended Jasper Place High School.[2] As a youth, he played in the 1993 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with a minor ice hockey team from the Whitemud region of Edmonton, Alberta.[3] He was drafted in the third round, ninety-first overall, in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft by his hometown Edmonton Oilers out of the University of Michigan. He would go on to the Canadian Western Hockey League (WHL) for 37 games before being called up to play for the Edmonton Oilers[4]

Edmonton Oilers

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Comrie left the WHL's Kootenay Ice midway through the 2000–01 season, signing an incentive-laden $10-million three-year deal with the Oilers,[5] which, when all achievable bonuses were included, was well above the league maximum for the base salaries of 2001 draftees of $1.13 million a year.[6] Although Comrie was a free agent as a result of playing one year of major junior hockey as an overage player after leaving college (due to a loophole established by Mike Van Ryn), entry-level salary restrictions still applied to Comrie's contract, with free-agent status allowing Comrie to sign with any team he desired.[7] In Edmonton Comrie instantly become a fan favourite and hometown hero.[8] He was an offensive threat during his first couple seasons with the team, tallying a total of 133 points in 192 games from 2001 to 2003.

Departure from Edmonton

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After a lacklustre training camp in the pre-season, Comrie's status as local hero in Edmonton started to change dramatically,[9][10] after he elected to hold out in a contract dispute for more than 30 games into the 2003–04 season. The Oilers then-General Manager, Kevin Lowe, was reportedly willing to trade Comrie to the Anaheim Ducks for Corey Perry and a first round draft pick,[11] but within that deal sought to have Comrie reimburse the Oilers $2.5 million,[12] which was part of the bonus money he earned from his entry-level contract.[13] After this deal fell through, Comrie was dealt to the Philadelphia Flyers in December 2003, for Jeff Woywitka, a first round selection in 2004 (Rob Schremp) and a third round selection in 2005 (Danny Syvret).[14]

Philadelphia Flyers and Phoenix Coyotes

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Comrie played only 21 games for Philadelphia before being traded to the Phoenix Coyotes for Sean Burke, Branko Radivojevic and the rights to Ben Eager.

During the 2004–05 NHL lockout, he signed with Färjestad BK of the Elitserien and played ten games with them, before leaving in December 2004.[15] Following an agreement made in July 2005, between the NHL and NHLPA members to resume hockey operations and play, Comrie would return to the Coyotes for the 2005–06 NHL season, where he would record his second 30-goal season in the NHL. The Coyotes would then re-sign Comrie to a new, one-year contract worth $3 million, on August 4, 2006.[16]

On January 3, 2007, Comrie was traded to the Ottawa Senators in exchange for Senators prospect Alexei Kaigorodov.

Ottawa Senators and New York Islanders

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Comrie (right foreground) with the Ottawa Senators, fighting with Brian Rafalski as referees attempt to break it up

Comrie scored his first goal for the Senators versus the Boston Bruins on January 9, 2007, at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa, Ontario. Whenever Comrie scored a goal at Scotiabank Place, his goal song was "Black Gloves" by the Belgian band Goose. He helped Ottawa throughout the playoffs despite having an injured shoulder that required local anesthetic to numb the pain, this prevented him from reaching down to tie his skates. The Senators made it to the Stanley Cup Final, losing to the Anaheim Ducks, in a 4–1 series decision. Prior to the loss, the Senators eliminated the Pittsburgh Penguins, New Jersey Devils, and Buffalo Sabres all in five games.

On July 5, 2007, Mike Comrie signed a one-year contract worth $3.375 million with the New York Islanders as an unrestricted free agent.[17] Before the trade deadline on February 26, 2008, the New York Islanders re-signed Comrie to a new one-year contract worth $4 million.[18] Comrie would be traded back to the Senators on February 20, 2009, with Chris Campoli, in exchange for Dean McAmmond and a San Jose Sharks 2009 first round draft pick.[19]

Return to the Oilers

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On September 10, 2009, Mike Comrie signed a one-year contract worth $1.125 million with the team he began his NHL career with, returning to the Edmonton Oilers after six years, for their upcoming 2009–10 NHL season.[20] Comrie chose to wear No. 91 (his overall draft selection number), as his familiar jersey No. 89 (which he wore during his first go-round with the team), was taken by Sam Gagner.

Comrie playing for the Edmonton Oilers, April 2010

Comrie made his return to Edmonton a night to remember, in a 4–0 pre-season win over the Florida Panthers, on September 18, 2009. Comrie assisted on all four of the goals scored and registered a fight, squaring off with the Panthers' Eric Himelfarb, to which Comrie received a standing ovation from the Rexall Place crowd, who promptly chanted his name as he took his place inside the penalty box.[21]

On November 17, Comrie was placed on the NHL long term injury reserve list with mononucleosis and was expected to be out until late January. He had 5 goals and 8 points, in 16 games. Comrie would make his return to the Oilers line-up on February 1, 2010, recording an assist in a 4–2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. He finished out the rest of the season tallying 13 goals and 21 points, in 43 games.

Mike Comrie became an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2010, with the Oilers opting not to re-sign him for the 2010–11 season.[22]

Pittsburgh Penguins

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On September 3, 2010, Mike Comrie signed a one-year contract worth $500,000 with the Pittsburgh Penguins,[23] joining the franchise that drafted his uncle Fred, in 1973.[24] On September 22, 2010, Comrie scored the very first goal inside of the new Consol Energy Center, 81 seconds into the Penguins' 5-1 exhibition game victory over the Detroit Red Wings.[25] Due to a nagging hip injury, Comrie was sidelined for much of the regular season. He scored his first goal as a Penguin during their 82nd and final game of the season, on an empty Atlanta Thrashers net. It was the last goal scored in Thrashers's home Philips Arena before the team relocated to Winnipeg in the off season.

Retirement

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After undergoing hip surgery for the third time, Comrie retired from hockey on February 13, 2012.[26][1]

Personal life

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Comrie's father, Bill, and his uncles, Fred and John, are the founders of The Brick furniture company, which was sold in 2012 for $700 million. Comrie's mother, Theresa, died of cancer in 1990. Comrie has two older siblings; a sister, Cathy, and a brother, Paul, who played with the Oilers briefly, before Mike was drafted by them. Comrie also has two hockey playing younger half-brothers from his father's second marriage, Eric, a goaltender who was selected by the Winnipeg Jets in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft[27] and Ty,[28] who plays center.[1]

Comrie began dating American actress and singer Hilary Duff in the summer of 2007. The couple announced their engagement in February 2010,[29][30] and married on August 14, 2010, in Santa Barbara.[31] They have a son born March 20, 2012.[32] On January 10, 2014, the couple announced their separation.[33] In February 2015, Duff filed for divorce from Comrie, citing irreconcilable differences, and sought primary custody of their son.[34] The divorce was finalized in February 2016.[35]

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
1995–96 Edmonton Canadians AMBHL 33 51 52 103 — — — — — —
1996–97 St. Albert Saints AJHL 63 37 41 78 44 — — — — —
1997–98 St. Albert Saints AJHL 58 60 78 138 134 19 24 24 48 51
1998–99 University of Michigan CCHA 42 19 25 44 38 — — — — —
1999–00 University of Michigan CCHA 40 24 35 59 95 — — — — —
2000–01 Kootenay Ice WHL 37 39 40 79 79 — — — — —
2000–01 Edmonton Oilers NHL 41 8 14 22 14 6 1 2 3 0
2001–02 Edmonton Oilers NHL 82 33 27 60 45 — — — — —
2002–03 Edmonton Oilers NHL 69 20 31 51 90 6 1 0 1 10
2003–04 Philadelphia Flyers NHL 21 4 5 9 12 — — — — —
2003–04 Phoenix Coyotes NHL 28 8 7 15 16 — — — — —
2004–05 Färjestad BK SEL 10 1 6 7 10 — — — — —
2005–06 Phoenix Coyotes NHL 80 30 30 60 55 — — — — —
2006–07 Phoenix Coyotes NHL 24 7 13 20 20 — — — — —
2006–07 Ottawa Senators NHL 41 13 12 25 24 15 2 3 5 15
2007–08 New York Islanders NHL 76 21 28 49 87 — — — — —
2008–09 New York Islanders NHL 41 7 13 20 26 — — — — —
2008–09 Ottawa Senators NHL 22 3 4 7 6 — — — — —
2009–10 Edmonton Oilers NHL 43 13 8 21 30 — — — — —
2010–11 Pittsburgh Penguins NHL 21 1 5 6 18 — — — — —
NHL totals 589 168 197 365 443 32 4 6 10 27

International

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Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM
2002 Canada WC 6th 7 1 2 3 10
2003 Canada WC 1st place, gold medalist(s) 9 3 2 5 6
2006 Canada WC 4th 9 3 1 4 10
Totals 25 7 5 12 26

Awards and achievements

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Award Year
AJHL Rookie of the Year 1996–97
AJHL MVP 1997–98
AJHL champion 1997–98
All-CCHA Rookie Team 1998–99
CCHA Rookie of the Year 1998–99
AHCA West Second-Team All-American 1999–2000
IIHF World Championship gold medal 2003 [36]

See also

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References

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Michael William Comrie (born September 11, 1980) is a Canadian former player who played as a centre in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over 11 seasons from 2000 to 2011. Over his career, he appeared in 589 regular-season games, recording 168 goals and 197 assists for 365 points, while accumulating 443 penalty minutes. Known for his quick release and scoring ability, Comrie achieved two 60-point seasons and represented at three IIHF World Championships, contributing to a in 2007. He retired on February 13, 2012, following his third hip surgery, which ended his professional playing career. Comrie was born in Edmonton, Alberta, and developed his skills in local junior leagues before attending the University of Michigan, where he played two seasons for the Wolverines in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA), amassing 103 points in 82 games. Selected by his hometown in the third round (91st overall) of the 1999 NHL Entry Draft, he made his NHL debut with the team in the 2000–01 season after a stint in the (WHL) with the . Throughout his NHL tenure, Comrie suited up for six teams: the Oilers (2000–03, 2008–10), (2003–04), Phoenix Coyotes (2005–07), (2007), (2007–08), and (2010–11), often serving as a reliable middle-six forward with strong faceoff skills (47.4% career win rate). His most productive years came in 2001–02 with Edmonton, where he posted career highs of 33 goals and 60 points in 82 games, and in 2005–06 with Phoenix, matching that 60-point mark. In the , he appeared in 32 games across multiple teams, tallying 10 points. In his personal life, Comrie married American actress and singer Hilary Duff on August 14, 2010, in an intimate ceremony at a Mediterranean-style villa in La Quinta, California, attended by about 100 guests; the couple had begun dating in 2007 after meeting at a resort in Idaho. They welcomed a son, Luca Cruz, on March 20, 2012. The pair separated at the start of 2014 and filed for divorce in February 2015, which was finalized in late January 2016 under amicable terms that included joint physical custody of their son, no child support, and a property settlement where Duff paid Comrie $2.4 million for his share of their Beverly Hills mansion. In 2017, Comrie was investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department for an alleged sexual assault but no charges were filed due to insufficient evidence. Post-retirement, Comrie has maintained a low public profile while co-parenting effectively with Duff.

Early life and education

Family background

Michael William Comrie was born on September 11, 1980, in , , to parents and Theresa Comrie. co-founded , a major Canadian furniture retail chain established in 1971 with his brothers, which grew into a multimillion-dollar enterprise and provided the family with significant financial stability. This success enabled early access to quality resources and opportunities in sports for his children, including hockey development in Edmonton's competitive youth scene. Comrie was the youngest of Bill and Theresa's three children, with an older sister, , and an older brother, Paul, who both shared the family's interest in athletics. Paul Comrie pursued a professional hockey career, playing briefly in the National Hockey League with the before retiring due to injuries. Tragically, Theresa Comrie passed away from cancer in 1990, when Mike was nine years old, leaving a profound impact on the family. Bill later remarried Roxanne in 1994, and the couple had two sons, (born 1995) and Ty (born 1997), who became Mike's half-brothers and also pursued hockey, with Eric advancing to the NHL as a . Raised in Edmonton's hockey-centric culture, Comrie began playing minor hockey locally from a young age, influenced by his father's own background as a former junior hockey prospect and the athletic traditions within the extended Comrie family. The family's emphasis on sports, combined with Bill's business achievements, fostered an environment that supported Comrie's early passion for the game, allowing him to train and compete in structured youth programs in the city. This foundation in Edmonton's minor hockey system, amid a supportive yet demanding family dynamic, shaped his initial development as a player.

Junior and collegiate career

Comrie began his junior hockey career in the (AJHL) with the Crusaders during the 1996–97 season, where he recorded 18 goals and 22 assists for 40 points in 34 games and was named the AJHL Rookie of the Year. He then joined the St. Albert Saints for the 1997–98 season. In 58 games, he led the league with 60 goals and 138 points, showcasing exceptional offensive skill and earning the Ernie Love Trophy for most points along with the AJHL award. His performance helped the Saints capture the AJHL championship that year. Following this breakout season, Comrie joined the University of Michigan's Wolverines program in the (CCHA) for the 1998–99 and 1999–2000 seasons. As a in 1998–99, he contributed 19 goals and 44 points over 42 games, securing CCHA Rookie of the Year honors and a selection to the All-CCHA Rookie Team. In his sophomore campaign the next year, Comrie elevated his production to 24 goals and 59 points in 40 games, leading the team in scoring and receiving First Team All-CCHA recognition as well as Second Team All-American status from the American Hockey Coaches Association; he also finished as a top-10 finalist for the . Comrie's collegiate success drew NHL attention, leading to his selection by the in the third round, 91st overall, of the 1999 NHL Entry Draft. To accelerate his path to professional hockey, he departed after two seasons and joined the of the (WHL) for the 2000–01 season, where he registered 39 goals and 79 points in just 37 games before turning pro.

Professional career

Edmonton Oilers (initial stint)

Comrie was selected by the in the third round (91st overall) of the 1999 NHL Entry Draft while playing college hockey for the . On December 30, 2000, the Oilers signed the 20-year-old Comrie to a three-year entry-level contract reported to be worth $10 million, including performance bonuses. He made his NHL debut that same day against the at Rexall Place in . In his partial rookie season of 2000–01, Comrie appeared in 41 games, recording 8 goals and 14 assists for 22 points. Comrie broke out offensively in the 2001–02 season, leading the team with 33 goals and finishing second in scoring with 60 points over 82 games. He followed that up in 2002–03 with 20 goals and 51 points in 69 games, helping solidify the Oilers' top-six forward group despite the team's middling Western Conference standing. In the 2003 , Comrie contributed 1 goal in 6 games as the eighth-seeded Oilers upset the top-seeded in the first round before falling to the in the conference quarterfinals. As a entering the 2003–04 season, Comrie held out amid a bitter contract dispute with the Oilers, sitting out the first 30-plus games and requesting a trade. On December 16, 2003, traded his rights to the in exchange for defenseman Jeff Woywitka, Philadelphia's first-round pick in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft (used to select 25th overall), and Philadelphia's third-round pick in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft (used to select Danny Syvret 81st overall).

Philadelphia Flyers and Phoenix Coyotes

Comrie was acquired by the Philadelphia Flyers from the Edmonton Oilers on December 16, 2003, in exchange for defenseman Jeff Woywitka and Philadelphia's first-round pick in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft (traded to Edmonton and used to select Rob Schremp 25th overall) and third-round pick in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft (traded to Edmonton and used to select Danny Syvret 81st overall). During the remainder of the 2003–04 season, he appeared in 21 games with the Flyers, registering 4 goals and 5 assists for 9 points while averaging 12:51 of ice time per game. On February 9, 2004, the Flyers traded Comrie to the Phoenix Coyotes in exchange for goaltender , the rights to forward , and the rights to forward Branko Radivojević. Joining Phoenix midseason, Comrie contributed offensively in 28 games, scoring 8 goals and adding 7 assists for 15 points, though the team finished last in the Western Conference with a 22–54–4–2 record. The 2004–05 NHL lockout, which canceled the entire season, prompted Comrie to sign a short-term contract with Färjestad BK of Sweden's Elitserien in October 2004. He played 10 games for the club, recording 1 goal and 6 assists before being released in December 2004 and returning to North America. With the lockout resolved in July 2005 through a new collective bargaining agreement, Comrie re-signed with the Phoenix Coyotes as a restricted free agent to a one-year contract ahead of the 2005–06 season. Benefiting from increased playing time on the second line alongside wingers Ladislav Nagy and Mike Johnson, he posted career-best totals of 30 goals and 30 assists for 60 points in 80 games, helping the Coyotes secure a franchise-record 101 points and their first playoff appearance since 2002. His goal total tied captain Shane Doan for the team lead, and Comrie ranked third in scoring behind Doan and Nagy. Comrie agreed to a one-year, $3 million extension with Phoenix on August 4, 2006, avoiding salary . In the 2006–07 season, he started strongly with 7 goals and 13 assists in 24 games but suffered a fractured right foot in late October, requiring surgery and sidelining him for approximately four weeks. Upon return, persistent lower-body issues limited his production, leading to his trade to the on January 3, 2007, for center Alexei Kaigorodov. Comrie became an unrestricted that July.

Ottawa Senators and New York Islanders

On January 3, 2007, the Ottawa Senators acquired center Mike Comrie from the Phoenix Coyotes in exchange for prospect Alexei Kaigorodov, addressing injuries to key centers on the roster. Comrie contributed immediately, recording 13 goals and 12 assists in 41 regular-season games with Ottawa during the 2006–07 campaign. In the playoffs, he played a supporting role on the third line, tallying 5 goals and 5 assists over 20 games as the Senators advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals, where they were defeated in five games by the Anaheim Ducks. His speed and faceoff prowess helped complement Ottawa's high-powered offense led by players like Daniel Alfredsson and Jason Spezza. As an unrestricted following the Finals, Comrie signed a one-year, $3.375 million contract with the on July 5, 2007, seeking a fresh start in the Eastern Conference. During the 2007–08 season, he emerged as a top-line center, leading the team with 21 goals and 49 points in 76 games, often centering a line with Richard Park and . His performance highlighted his quick-release shot and playmaking ability, though the Islanders finished last in the Atlantic Division and missed the playoffs. Impressed by Comrie's production, the Islanders extended him with a one-year, $4 million on February 26, 2008, securing his services through the 2008–09 season. However, recurring issues from prior offseason limited his effectiveness early in 2008–09; he managed 7 goals and 13 assists in 41 games before being traded to the along with defenseman Chris Campoli on February 20, 2009, in exchange for forward and Ottawa's 2009 first-round draft pick (used by the Islanders to select 26th overall). With the Senators, Comrie added 3 goals and 4 assists in 22 games, providing secondary scoring down the stretch, but persistent pain sidelined him for the remainder of the season and prevented participation in the . These injuries, stemming from a history of problems during his Phoenix tenure, marked the beginning of a decline that affected his mobility and overall play.

Return to Edmonton Oilers

On September 10, 2009, Comrie signed a one-year contract worth $1.125 million with the , returning to the franchise that originally drafted him in 1999 and where he had spent his first three NHL seasons. The deal represented a for the native, who had bounced between teams in the intervening years, and aimed to provide the Oilers with a veteran presence and scoring depth at center. During the 2009–10 season, Comrie appeared in 43 games for the Oilers, tallying 13 goals and 8 assists for 21 points while accumulating 30 penalty minutes. His scoring pace offered glimpses of his earlier productivity, including a brief stretch where he notched multiple goals in consecutive games, but his role was limited to primarily a third- or fourth-line position amid a rebuilding Oilers roster. Comrie dealt with recurring hip pain that had first emerged in 2007, which contributed to his inconsistent availability and prompted occasional healthy scratches throughout the season; he also missed two games due to the flu in late October. Despite these challenges, his return evoked nostalgia among fans, evoking memories of his 33-goal breakout in 2001–02 during his initial Oilers tenure. The Oilers chose not to re-sign Comrie following the season, and he became an unrestricted on July 1, 2010. Comrie expressed a strong desire to prolong his NHL , emphasizing his commitment to overcoming health hurdles like the ongoing hip issues through targeted offseason training and rehabilitation. This determination led him to sign with the shortly thereafter, seeking a fresh opportunity to contribute at the professional level.

Pittsburgh Penguins and retirement

On September 3, 2010, Comrie signed a one-year contract worth $500,000 with the Pittsburgh Penguins as an unrestricted free agent. In the 2010–11 season, he appeared in 21 games for the team, tallying 1 goal and 5 assists while averaging 11:49 of ice time per game. Notably, during a preseason exhibition against the Detroit Red Wings on September 22, 2010, Comrie scored the first goal in the history of the Penguins' new home arena, the Consol Energy Center, just 81 seconds into the game. Comrie's time with Pittsburgh was cut short by ongoing hip issues, which had first surfaced during his stint with the Ottawa Senators in 2008. On December 29, 2010, he underwent a second hip surgery, sidelining him for the remainder of the season and causing him to miss 51 games. As an unrestricted free agent following the expiration of his contract, Comrie prioritized rehabilitation and skating drills, targeting a return to NHL action in January 2012. However, persistent problems necessitated a third procedure—a hip resurfacing—on January 30, 2012. Unable to withstand the physical demands of professional play, Comrie announced his retirement on February 13, 2012, at age 31. Across 10 NHL seasons with six teams, he amassed 589 games played, 168 goals, 197 assists, and 365 points. Reflecting on his career end, Comrie expressed no regrets, cherishing his decade in despite wishing for more healthy seasons, and shifted focus to family life and recovery, including time with his wife amid their expectation of their first child.

International career

IIHF

Comrie represented at three IIHF World Championships, in 2002, 2003, and 2006. In 2002, as a 21-year-old rookie with the , Comrie was selected for the tournament hosted in and , . In seven games, he recorded one goal and two assists for three points, while accumulating 10 penalty minutes. Canada finished sixth in the standings. Comrie made another appearance at the , hosted in and , . Selected as a 22-year-old NHL player with the , he joined a roster featuring established stars like and . In nine tournament games, Comrie recorded three goals and two assists for five points, while accumulating six penalty minutes. His offensive output included key contributions during Canada's undefeated run through the preliminary and playoff rounds, helping maintain momentum against strong European competition. Comrie played a supportive role as a forward, balancing checking duties against top opponents with timely scoring. His efforts aided Team Canada's victory, secured with a 3–2 win over in the final on May 11, 2003—the country's first World Championship title since 1997. Comrie's final IIHF came in 2006, hosted in , , while playing for the Phoenix Coyotes. In nine games, he tallied three goals and one assist for four points, with 10 penalty minutes and a -3 plus-minus rating. placed fourth after losses in the semifinal and game.

Other international appearances

Comrie received early international exposure as a youth, participating in the 1993 with a minor hockey team from Edmonton's Whitemud region. During his junior eligibility, he attended selection camps for Canada's national under-20 team. In December 1998, Comrie was one of 29 players invited to the Canadian National Junior Team camp in , where he vied for a position on the roster for the 1999 IIHF World U20 Championship. The following year, as a at the , he was again selected for the 1999 camp ahead of the 2000 tournament, becoming one of only two collegiate players invited alongside defenseman Mike Van Ryn. Although he did not advance to the final rosters for either event, these opportunities provided valuable experience against top junior talent. Comrie did not participate in the Olympic Winter Games despite the NHL allowing player participation during the 2002, 2006, and 2010 editions, aligning with the active portion of his professional career. He represented at the IIHF World Championships in 2002, 2003 (gold medal), and 2006, with no other senior international tournament play.

Personal life

Marriage and children

Mike Comrie began dating actress and singer in 2007 after meeting while on vacation at a lake resort in . The couple announced their engagement in February 2010, following three years of dating. They married on August 14, 2010, in an intimate ceremony at a private villa in , attended by about 100 guests. They spent the night at the nearby . Their relationship drew significant media attention due to Duff's status as a prominent from her roles and music career. The couple welcomed their son, Luca Cruz Comrie, on March 20, 2012, in . Comrie's retirement from professional hockey earlier that year aligned with his growing focus on family life. Comrie and Duff separated in January 2014 after three and a half years of , announcing the split amicably to prioritize co-parenting. Duff filed for divorce on February 20, 2015, citing , and the proceedings emphasized of their son. The divorce was finalized on January 28, 2016. The settlement included of their son, no , and a property settlement where Duff paid Comrie $2.4 million for his share of their Beverly Hills mansion. Post-divorce, Comrie and have maintained a positive co-parenting relationship, sharing of Luca and frequently appearing together for family events. As of 2025, they continue to co-parent amicably.

Family business involvement

Mike Comrie's family has deep roots in Canadian business, particularly through his father, , who founded Warehouse in in 1971 as a single furniture store. Bill, a former hockey prospect, shifted focus to the enterprise after his own father's death, growing it into one of Canada's largest furniture retailers with innovative sales strategies and expansion across the country. In November 2012, shortly after Mike's retirement from professional hockey earlier that year, Bill sold to Leon's Furniture Ltd. for $700 million, a deal supported by major shareholders including Bill's 26% stake. Comrie's brothers, Paul and Eric, have maintained ties to the family's business legacy. Paul Comrie, a former NHL player who appeared in six games for the , continued working for following his brief hockey career, contributing to its operations during its growth phase. Eric Comrie, an active NHL goaltender as of 2025, is among the heirs to the family's furniture empire, benefiting from the substantial proceeds of the 2012 sale and the broader Comrie business interests, which have extended into sports ownership ventures like minority stakes in MLB teams. Mike has occasionally highlighted this family support in interviews, crediting the stability of their business background for enabling his pursuit of professional hockey without financial pressures. Since retiring in 2012, Mike Comrie has led a low-profile life centered on family, with no confirmed major public roles in business, though he benefits from the family's wealth generated by The Brick's sale—estimated at over $500 million for the Comrie family as a whole. His personal net worth is reported at around $20 million as of recent estimates, derived from NHL earnings, endorsements, and family inheritance. In terms of philanthropy, Comrie has supported Edmonton-area youth hockey programs through family-linked initiatives, including equipment banks and tournaments sponsored by the Comrie foundation, aimed at making the sport accessible to underprivileged children.

Career statistics and awards

Regular season and playoff statistics

Mike Comrie's NHL career spanned 10 seasons from 2000 to 2011, during which he appeared in 589 regular season games, accumulating 168 goals, 197 assists, and 365 points, with 443 penalty minutes and a rating of -49, resulting in an average of 0.62 . His scoring pace peaked early with the , where he notched career-highs of 33 goals and 60 points in 82 games during the 2001–02 season, and later with the Phoenix Coyotes in 2005–06, recording 30 goals and 30 assists for 60 points over 80 games. However, recurring hip injuries began impacting his performance after the 2007–08 season, leading to diminished output, including just 27 points in 63 games the following year split between the New York Islanders and , and ultimately contributing to his retirement in 2012 following a third hip surgery. In the playoffs, Comrie participated in three postseasons, playing 32 games and recording 4 goals, 6 assists, and 10 points, with his most extensive appearance coming in 2007 when he helped the Senators reach the Final, contributing 6 points in 20 games.

Regular Season Statistics

SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM+/-
2000–01EDM4181422146
2001–02EDM823327604516
2002–03EDM6920315190-18
2003–04PHI/PHX4912122428-6
2005–06PHX80303060552
2006–07PHX/OTT65202545440
2007–08NYI7621284987-21
2008–09NYI/OTT6310172732-15
2009–10EDM431382130-9
2010–11PIT2115618-4
Career589168197365443-49
Source: Hockey-Reference.com

Playoff Statistics

SeasonTeamGPGAPtsPIM+/-
2000–01EDM612300
2002–03EDM610110-1
2006–07OTT2024617-1
Career32461027-2
Source: Hockey-Reference.com

International statistics and achievements

Comrie represented at the on three occasions, accumulating 25 , 7 goals, 5 assists, and 12 points overall. In the 2002 tournament held in , he recorded 7 , 1 goal, 2 assists, and 3 points while helping secure a silver medal. His most notable international performance came in 2003 in , where he tallied 9 , 3 goals, 2 assists, and 5 points, contributing to 's undefeated run and victory—the country's first title since 1997. Comrie returned for the 2006 event in , posting 9 , 3 goals, 1 assist, and 4 points as earned bronze. Prior to his senior international appearances, Comrie earned recognition for his excellence in junior hockey. In the (AJHL), he was named Rookie of the Year for the 1996–97 season after leading all freshmen with standout offensive contributions for the St. Albert Saints. Transitioning to the NCAA with the University of Michigan Wolverines in the (CCHA), Comrie was honored as Rookie of the Year in 1998–99, finishing seventh in the conference with 17 goals and 22 assists. The following season, 1999–2000, he earned CCHA First Team All-Star status after a prolific campaign that included 24 goals and 35 assists in 40 games, establishing him as one of college hockey's top scorers. Comrie's international achievements were capped by the gold medal, though he received no additional major senior honors such as All-Star selections at the tournament level. His junior accolades highlighted early promise that translated into a solid, if brief, role on Canada's senior teams during key milestones in the nation's hockey history.
TournamentYearGPGAPtsPIM
IIHF World Championship2002712310
IIHF World Championship200393256
IIHF World Championship2006931410
Total25751226

References

  1. https://www.nhl.com/player/mike-comrie-8467964
  2. https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/4701/mike-comrie
  3. https://www.hockey-reference.com/players/c/comrimi01.html
  4. https://people.com/celebrity/hilary-duff-and-mike-comrie-get-married/
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