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Ryan Edward Gaston Strome (born July 11, 1993) is a Canadian ice hockey player who is a centre and alternate captain for the Anaheim Ducks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected fifth overall in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft by the New York Islanders and began playing with the team during their 2013–14 season. Previously, Strome played in the major junior level as a member of the Barrie Colts of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) before being traded to the Niagara IceDogs during his first season in the league. He is the brother of Washington Capitals forward Dylan Strome and current prospect Matthew Strome.

Key Information

Playing career

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Amateur

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Strome played his minor hockey with the Toronto Marlboros of the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) during the 2008–09 season. At the Ontario Hockey League's (OHL) 2009 Priority Selection, he was selected eighth overall by the Barrie Colts.[1] During the 2009–10 season, he was traded to the Niagara IceDogs.[2] The IceDogs qualified for the playoffs, but were eliminated in the first round, while the Colts would go on to the OHL Championship Finals. They were eliminated in four (4) games.[3] During the following season, Strome compiled 106 points in just 65 games. He was named "OHL Player of the Month" in January 2011 and selected to the Second All-Star Team at years end.[4][5]

Professional

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New York Islanders

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After his second season with the IceDogs, Strome became eligible for the National Hockey League (NHL) Entry Draft. He was selected in the first round, fifth overall, in the 2011 draft by the New York Islanders.[6] He was also selected by the Kontinental Hockey League's Amur Khabarovsk in their 2011 draft.[7] After being drafted, Strome spent another season with the IceDogs before joining the Islanders' American Hockey League (AHL) minor league affiliate, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers in the 2012–13 season. Halfway through the following season, on December 11, 2013, he was called up to the Islanders after the team had put Pierre-Marc Bouchard on waivers to make room on their roster.[8] Before his call-up, he was leading the AHL in points through the first 23 games of the season.[9] Strome scored his first NHL goal on January 6, 2014, against Kari Lehtonen of the Dallas Stars.[10]

Strome with the New York Islanders during the 2014–15 season.

Edmonton Oilers

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On June 22, 2017, Strome was traded by the Islanders to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Jordan Eberle.[11] Following the trade, Oilers coach Todd McLellan praised Strome's versatility and ability to play many roles on the ice.[12] Prior to the start of the 2017–18 season, Strome was expected to play on Connor McDavid's right wing or be the second- or third-line center.[13] As the month of October continued, Strome often played on the right wing of the second line with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Milan Lucic.[14] By the end of October, Strome had tallied four goals and seven assists for 11 points through his first 24 games.[15] He also spent some time on a new line with Leon Draisaitl and Drake Caggiula.[16] While playing on this line, Strome tallied the Oilers 10,000th goal in team history during their 5–3 win over the San Jose Sharks on December 18.[17] His production eventually slowed down and he became a mainstay on the Oilers third line between Jujhar Khaira and Michael Cammalleri. By January 19, Strome had accumulated seven goals and 10 assists for 17 points through 46 games. However, due to an injury to Nugent-Hopkins, Strome began to earn more time on the Oiler's power-play unit.[18] After going pointless through 11 games, Strome accumulated five assists in three games and became a mainstay on the Oiler's top power-play unit.[19] Later in February, he also snapped a 21-game goalless drought by scoring the game-winning goal in a 4–2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche.[20] This subsequently sparked a six-game point streak.[21] He also saw increased time on the Oiler's penalty killing unit, which ranked amongst the league's best while on the road.[22] Despite his efforts, the Oilers were eliminated from playoff contention on March 22, 2018.[23] Strome finished the season recording 13 goals and 21 assists for 34 points through 82 games. As a restricted free agent in the off-season, Strome agreed to two-year, $6.2 million extension with the Oilers on July 6, 2018.[24]

New York Rangers

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On November 16, 2018, Strome was traded by the Oilers to the New York Rangers in exchange for forward Ryan Spooner. At the time of the trade, he had tallied one goal and one assist through 18 games.[25] Strome had found out about the trade as he was boarding the Oilers' plane for a road trip.[26] Upon joining the team, he made an immediate impact as he quickly began accumulating points.[27] As a result, Strome earned some time on the Rangers' top line in late November.[28] By the end of December, Strome had registered three goals and five assists for eight points through 20 games as a member of the Rangers.[29] After scoring his fourth goal of the season in early January, he tied for third on the Rangers in goals and fifth in points.[30] In his 400th career NHL game on February 23, Strome also posted the fifth multi-goal game of his NHL career. At the time, he had also accumulated three goals and four assists in six of the Rangers' last seven games.[31] By March 13, Strome ranked third on the team in goals with 12[32] and fifth on the team with 24 points.[33] On March 23, he tallied his first career overtime goal to lift the Rangers to a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.[34] Although the Rangers were shortly thereafter eliminated from playoff contention, Strome helped them win consecutive games for the first time since January 17 by tallying a goal and an assist in a win over the Philadelphia Flyers on March 31.[35] Strome finished the season with 18 goals and 15 assists for 33 points through 63 games with the Rangers. He subsequently became the first NHL player to tally 18 goals with his new team after being acquired during the 2018–19 season. Strome also became one of two Rangers who skated in all of the team's 63 games from the time he was acquired until the end of the season.[36]

Strome (middle) with Adam Fox (left) and Brett Howden (right) in 2019

Despite the shortened 2019–20 season, Strome set new career highs in assists and points through 70 games. Strome began the season strong, earning top playing minutes with linemate Artemi Panarin after Mika Zibanejad suffered an upper-body injury. Through their first nine games together, Strome and Panarin combined for 24 points to lead the team in goals, assist, and overall points.[37] This continued into late December and Strome quickly accumulated the second-highest points total on the team with 10 goals and 25 assists for 35 points.[38] By January 7, Strome had recorded six points through four games to tie for 22nd in the NHL in assists and ninth in primary assists.[39] As linemates, Strome maintained an eight-game point streak throughout February while Panarin maintained nine games.[40] When the NHL paused play due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Strome finished with a new career-high 59 points through 70 games. His plus-21 rating ranked third on the Rangers and his 41 even-strength points are third behind Panarin and Zibanejad.[41]

On November 6, 2020, Strome signed a two-year, $9 million contract with the Rangers.[42][43] On February 20, 2021, Strome became the first player in NHL history to record at least 100 points with both the Islanders and Rangers franchises.[44]

Anaheim Ducks

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Strome colliding with teammate Scott Harrington in 2023.

Following his fourth season within the Rangers organization, Strome left as a free agent and was signed to a five-year, $25 million contract by the Anaheim Ducks on July 13, 2022.[45] Beyond Strome, the Ducks also signed Frank Vatrano and the two were expected to play on the second forward line.[46] He also played on the Ducks' power play unit once the 2022–23 season began although the unit struggled to produce.[47] Despite failing to produce on the powerplay, Strome maintained a five-game point streak to begin the season, tallying one goal and eight assists over that stretch.[48] By December 3, Strome ranked fourth on the team in goals with six.[49]

Personal life

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Strome has two brothers who also play hockey, Dylan and Matthew. Dylan currently plays in the National Hockey League with the Washington Capitals organization. The youngest brother Matthew was drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in 2017, and currently plays on the American Hockey League's Hershey Bears. The Strome family had been dubbed as the future Sutters and Staals, families where multiple siblings have gone on to successful ice hockey careers.[50] The Strome brothers grew up in the Lorne Park area of Mississauga.[50]

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
2008–09 Toronto Marlboros GTHL 76 85 79 164 86 — — — — —
2009–10 Barrie Colts OHL 34 5 9 14 35 — — — — —
2009–10 Niagara IceDogs OHL 27 3 10 13 26 5 0 3 3 0
2010–11 Niagara IceDogs OHL 65 33 73 106 82 14 6 6 12 19
2011–12 Niagara IceDogs OHL 46 30 38 68 47 20 7 16 24 31
2012–13 Niagara IceDogs OHL 53 34 60 94 59 5 2 1 3 8
2012–13 Bridgeport Sound Tigers AHL 10 2 5 7 4 — — — — —
2013–14 Bridgeport Sound Tigers AHL 37 13 36 49 41 — — — — —
2013–14 New York Islanders NHL 37 7 11 18 8 — — — — —
2014–15 New York Islanders NHL 81 17 33 50 47 7 2 2 4 2
2015–16 New York Islanders NHL 71 8 20 28 28 8 1 3 4 2
2015–16 Bridgeport Sound Tigers AHL 8 2 2 4 10 — — — — —
2016–17 New York Islanders NHL 69 13 17 30 40 — — — — —
2017–18 Edmonton Oilers NHL 82 13 21 34 33 — — — — —
2018–19 Edmonton Oilers NHL 18 1 1 2 14 — — — — —
2018–19 New York Rangers NHL 63 18 15 33 50 — — — — —
2019–20 New York Rangers NHL 70 18 41 59 48 3 0 2 2 7
2020–21 New York Rangers NHL 56 14 35 49 39 — — — — —
2021–22 New York Rangers NHL 74 21 33 54 69 19 2 7 9 10
2022–23 Anaheim Ducks NHL 82 15 26 41 79 — — — — —
2023–24 Anaheim Ducks NHL 79 11 30 41 86 — — — — —
2024–25 Anaheim Ducks NHL 82 10 31 41 70 — — — — —
NHL totals 864 166 314 480 611 37 5 14 19 21

Strome at the 2012 World Junior Championships
Medal record
Representing Canada Canada
Ice hockey
World Junior Championships
Bronze medal – third place 2012 Canada

International

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Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM
2010 Canada U17 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 6 2 1 3 4
2012 Canada WJC 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 6 3 6 9 8
2013 Canada WJC 4th 6 4 2 6 10
Junior totals 18 9 9 18 22

Awards and honours

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Award Year
OHL
Second All-Star Team 2010–11 [5]
AHL
All-Rookie Team 2013–14 [51]

References

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Ryan Strome (born July 11, 1993) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre for the of the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted fifth overall by the in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, Strome stands 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs 192 pounds, shooting right-handed, and has established himself as a reliable playmaking centre over his 13-year NHL career. Born in , , Strome developed his game in the (OHL) with the , where he served as team captain in –13 and earned a spot on the OHL Second All-Star Team in 2011 after recording 106 points in 66 games during the 2010–11 season. Internationally, he represented at the World Junior Championships, contributing to a win in with nine points in six games, and also participated in the 2012–13 Canada-Russia Challenge. Following his junior success, Strome transitioned to professional hockey, debuting in the NHL with the Islanders on December 14, 2013, against the , and earning AHL All-Rookie Team honors in 2014 while playing for the Bridgeport Sound Tigers. Strome's NHL career has spanned multiple teams, beginning with the Islanders from 2013 to 2017, where he posted 126 points in 258 games, followed by a brief stint with the from 2017 to 2019 (36 points in 100 games) after being traded in June 2017. He then joined the via trade in 2018, enjoying his most productive years there with 195 points in 263 games, including career highs of 59 points (18 goals, 41 assists) in the 2019–20 season and 21 goals in 2021–22. In July 2022, Strome signed a five-year, $25 million contract with the as a , where he has since recorded 124 points in 245 games as of November 2025, helping the team improve from consecutive 50-point campaigns to 80 points in 2024–25. Overall, Strome has amassed 481 points (166 goals, 315 assists) in 846 regular-season games and 19 points in 37 playoff contests as of November 2025, known for his vision, speed, and physical play despite limited major awards. During the 2025–26 season, the fourth year of his Ducks deal, he is part of the team's ongoing rebuild under head coach , expressing optimism about their playoff potential following key offseason additions like and .

Early life and amateur career

Early life and family

Ryan Strome was born on July 11, 1993, in , , , to parents and Trish Strome. The Strome family was immersed in hockey culture from Ryan's earliest days, with singing the theme song in the delivery room during his birth, and Trish bringing him home wrapped in an NHL blanket handmade by his grandmother, dressed in pajamas. and Trish provided unwavering support for their sons' pursuits, managing a color-coded family calendar to track multiple games and practices while attending countless events together, often spending entire weekends at local rinks. Trish's enthusiasm extended to reciting lines from movies, reflecting the family's playful yet dedicated approach to fostering a love for the sport. Ryan grew up alongside two younger brothers, Dylan and Matt, both of whom pursued professional hockey careers—Dylan as a center for the in the NHL and Matt as a forward in the with the . The siblings' shared passion created a highly competitive household environment, where Saturday nights were spent watching Maple Leafs games on TV, followed by impromptu hockey sessions in the basement or driveway using gear. All three boys began skating at age two and playing organized hockey by age four, with early exposure coming through Mississauga's local rinks and family-organized games that emphasized fun and skill-building over pressure. This supportive dynamic, marked by mutual encouragement and shared sacrifices like carpooling to practices, laid the foundation for Ryan's development in the sport.

Junior hockey career

Strome began his major junior career in the (OHL) with the during the 2009–10 season, where he recorded 5 goals and 9 assists in 34 games. On January 8, 2010, he was traded to the in exchange for forward and other considerations. With Niagara that season, Strome added 3 goals and 10 assists in 27 regular-season games, helping the team reach the playoffs, though they were eliminated in the first round. In the 2010–11 season, Strome emerged as a top offensive talent with the IceDogs, leading the team with 33 goals and 73 assists for 106 points in 65 games, finishing third in OHL scoring. He earned recognition as OHL Player of the Month for January 2011 after posting 20 points in 11 games that month, and at season's end, he was selected to the OHL Second All-Star Team while being voted the league's Most Improved Player and Best Playmaker in the Eastern Conference Coaches Poll. In the playoffs, Strome contributed 6 goals and 6 assists in 14 games as Niagara advanced to the conference finals. Strome's performance earned him the fifth overall selection by the in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, where scouts praised his playmaking abilities, vision, creativity, and speed as key attributes for a skilled . Following the draft, Strome signed an entry-level contract with the Islanders and returned to the IceDogs for further development. In 2011–12, he tallied 30 goals and 38 assists for 68 points in 46 games despite missing time due to injury. The next season, as team captain, he recorded 94 points (34 goals, 60 assists) in 53 games. Over his full OHL career spanning 225 regular-season games with Barrie and Niagara, Strome amassed 105 goals and 295 points. To continue his professional transition, Strome made his (AHL) debut with the Islanders' affiliate, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, during the 2012–13 season, recording 2 goals and 5 assists in 10 games.

Professional career

New York Islanders

Strome made his NHL debut with the on December 14, 2013, against the , after being called up from the Bridgeport Sound Tigers of the (AHL), where he had been leading the league in scoring. He recorded his first NHL point, an assist, in his third game on December 20, 2013, against the . Strome scored his first NHL goal on January 6, 2014, a power-play tally against goaltender of the . During the 2013–14 season, Strome appeared in 37 games for the Islanders, posting 7 goals and 11 assists for 18 points while splitting time with Bridgeport. He transitioned from a bottom-six role to contributing on the Islanders' top lines as he developed into a reliable top-six over the next two seasons. In his first full NHL campaign during 2014–15, Strome achieved a career-high with the Islanders of 17 goals and 33 assists for 50 points in 81 games, helping the team reach the and adding 2 goals in 7 postseason games. His performance earned him a two-year bridge contract worth $5 million as a in September 2016. Strome's production dipped in 2015–16 to 8 goals and 20 assists for 28 points in 71 games, amid a to the AHL early in the season for development, before returning to the NHL lineup. In 2016–17, he rebounded with 13 goals and 17 assists for 30 points in 69 games. As an impending following the expiration of his entry-level contract signed in 2011 and subsequent bridge deal, Strome and the Islanders failed to reach an agreement on a new contract, leading to his trade to the on June 22, 2017, in exchange for forward .

Edmonton Oilers

On June 22, 2017, the acquired Ryan Strome from the in exchange for forward . Strome, who had spent his early NHL career developing with the Islanders, joined the Oilers as a versatile forward expected to slot in as the third-line center, providing depth scoring and playmaking support behind stars like and . His arrival was seen as a move to bolster the Oilers' middle-six forward group amid their push for playoff contention following a Western Conference Final appearance the previous season. During the 2017–18 season, Strome adapted well to his role, contributing offensively while logging significant ice time on the third line and occasionally shifting to the . A highlight came on December 18, 2017, when he scored the 10,000th goal in Oilers franchise history (including the team's WHA era) in a 5–3 victory over the , finishing a cross-crease pass from Draisaitl late in the first period. Over the full , Strome appeared in all 82 games, recording 13 goals and 21 assists for 34 points, along with a minus-4 rating, establishing himself as a reliable middle-six contributor despite the team's overall struggles to advance in the . Entering the 2018 offseason as a , Strome signed a two-year extension with the Oilers on July 6, 2018, worth $6.2 million at an average annual value of $3.1 million, signaling the team's commitment to his development and fit within their forward corps. However, his 2018–19 season was abbreviated, as he managed just 1 goal and 1 assist in 18 games before being traded to the on November 16, 2018, in exchange for center Ryan Spooner, a move driven by the Oilers' need for a different center option to address lineup imbalances.

New York Rangers

On November 16, 2018, the New York Rangers acquired Ryan Strome from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Ryan Spooner. Following a challenging adjustment period with the Oilers earlier that season, Strome quickly integrated into the Rangers' lineup, earning a role on the top line alongside winger Artemi Panarin, where his playmaking abilities complemented Panarin's scoring prowess. This partnership became a staple of the Rangers' offense, with Strome centering the line for much of his tenure and contributing to the team's rebuilding efforts through consistent two-way play. Strome's performance peaked during the 2019–20 season, where he established career highs with 18 goals, 41 assists, and 59 points in 70 games, showcasing his vision and skills as a reliable second-line . On November 5, 2020, he signed a two-year contract extension with the Rangers worth $9 million, securing his position at an average annual value of $4.5 million and avoiding . The following season, on February 20, 2021, Strome recorded a goal and an assist against the , becoming the first player in NHL history to reach 100 points with both the (126 points in 259 games) and the Rangers (exactly 100 points at that point). In the 2021–22 playoffs, Strome provided key support during the Rangers' run to the Eastern Conference Final, tallying 2 goals and 7 assists for 9 points in 19 games, including a goal in the series-clinching victory over the in the first round. His regular-season output that year included 21 goals and 54 points in 74 games, further solidifying his value as a top-six forward. However, after the season concluded, Strome's two-year deal expired, making him an unrestricted on July 13, 2022, and leading to his departure from the organization.

Anaheim Ducks

On July 13, 2022, Strome signed a five-year contract worth $25 million with the Anaheim Ducks, securing his role as a key center following his departure from the New York Rangers. In his debut season of 2022–23, he recorded 15 goals and 26 assists for 41 points over 82 games, contributing steadily to a rebuilding Ducks team despite the squad's overall struggles. The following year, 2023–24, Strome maintained productivity with 11 goals and 30 assists for 41 points in 79 games, showcasing his playmaking abilities amid Anaheim's continued development phase. During the 2024–25 campaign, he tallied 10 goals and 31 assists for 41 points in 82 games, emphasizing assist-heavy contributions that supported the team's emerging young talent. Entering the 2025–26 season, Strome suffered an upper-body injury during preseason practice, leading to his placement on injured reserve on October 9 and sidelining him for the Ducks' early games, including their opening . He was activated from injured reserve on November 9, becoming eligible for Anaheim's home game against the the following day. As of November 18, 2025, Strome has played 2 games in the 2025–26 season, recording 0 goals and 1 assist. As a presence on a young Ducks roster in rebuild mode, Strome has embraced a role, named one of the 's alternate captains alongside to guide emerging players through the challenges of contention. His experience as a reliable two-way has been pivotal in fostering poise and depth, with Strome expressing in Anaheim's potential to elevate its in the coming years.

International career

World Junior Championships

Strome made his international junior debut with Team at the 2012 IIHF World U20 Championship, hosted in and , , where he played a key role in the team's finish after a 4–0 victory over in the game. As an 18-year-old rookie, he demonstrated strong playmaking ability from position, recording 3 goals and 6 assists for 9 points in 6 games, which tied for the team lead in scoring and helped secure third place following a 6–5 semifinal loss to . Notable contributions included a pair of goals in a 6–3 preliminary round win over and a first-period goal in a 2–1 victory against the , underscoring his offensive impact on a squad featuring NHL prospects like and . Returning for the 2013 IIHF World U20 Championship in , , Strome helped reach the semifinals but ultimately finished fourth after a 3–2 loss to and a 6–5 overtime defeat to in the game, ending the team's 14-year medal streak. He shifted focus to goal-scoring in this , tallying 4 goals and 2 assists for 6 points in 6 games, with his goals providing crucial momentum in preliminary round wins, including against and the . Strome's performance highlighted his versatility and competitiveness alongside teammates like and , though the team struggled defensively in key matches. Over his two World Junior appearances, Strome amassed 7 goals and 8 assists for 15 points in 12 games, establishing himself as a reliable top-six forward for with strong vision and puck control that contributed to team successes in high-stakes international play.

Other international play

Strome also represented in the 2012 Canada-Russia Challenge, a junior series against , where he scored the overtime-winning goal in Game 4 to secure the series victory for . Strome has not represented in senior-level IIHF World Championships throughout his professional career, with his international experience limited to junior tournaments. As an established NHL , he has prioritized club commitments, forgoing opportunities in major senior events like the annual IIHF tournament. In the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off held in February 2025, Strome was not selected for Team despite his consistent performance in the NHL. He has also not participated in other senior exhibitions or minor international competitions, such as the .

Career statistics and awards

Regular season and playoffs

Strome made his NHL debut with the during the 2013–14 season and has since accumulated a steady production as a middle-six across multiple teams.

Regular Season Statistics

SeasonTeamGPGAPPIM+/-
2013–14NYI37711188-1
2014–15NYI811733504723
2015–16NYI718202828-9
2016–17NYI6913173040-8
2017–18EDM8213213433-4
2018–192TM8119163564-3
2019–20NYR701841594821
2020–21NYR56143549396
2021–22NYR742133546915
2022–23ANA8215264179-30
2023–24ANA7911304186-20
2024–25ANA8210314170-3
2025–26ANA302201
Career867166316482611-12
Strome's career high for goals in a single season is 21, achieved during the 2021–22 season with the . As of November 18, 2025, these totals reflect his performance through 3 games of the ongoing 2025–26 season.

Playoff Statistics

YearTeamGPGAPPIM+/-
2014–15NYI722421
2015–16NYI813421
2019–20NYR30227-3
2021–22NYR19279100
Career375141921-1
Strome has appeared in the playoffs with the Islanders in 2015 and 2016, and with the Rangers in 2020 and 2022; the Ducks have not qualified during his tenure through 2025.

International

Strome represented at two IIHF World Under-20 Championships, earning a in 2012. In these tournaments, he recorded 7 goals and 8 assists for 15 points over 12 games played.
YearTournamentGPGAPtsPIM
2012WJC63698
2013WJC642610
Total12781518
Strome also participated in the 2012–13 Canada-Russia Challenge, recording 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points in 4 games.

Awards and honors

During his junior career with the in the (OHL), Ryan Strome earned recognition for his offensive prowess. He was named the OHL Player of the Month for January 2011 after leading the league with 26 points (4 goals, 22 assists) in 13 games. Additionally, Strome was selected to the OHL Second All-Star Team for the 2010–11 season following a 106-point performance (33 goals, 73 assists) that ranked third in league scoring. He also participated in the 2011 CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game, an honor reserved for elite draft-eligible players. On the international stage, Strome represented at the 2010 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, where the team captured the silver medal after a 2–1 loss to the in the gold-medal game. He later suited up for at the IIHF World Junior Championships, earning a at the tournament in with 9 points (3 goals, 6 assists) in 6 games, and competing without a at the 2013 event in , , where finished fourth. In the (AHL), Strome was named to the All-Rookie Team for the 2013–14 season while with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, ranking seventh among with 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 37 games despite a midseason promotion to the NHL. Strome has not received any major individual awards in the National Hockey League (NHL) as of 2025. He was considered a candidate for the as the league's top during the 2013–14 season but did not finish among the finalists. His contributions have been part of team successes, including the ' run to the Eastern Conference Finals in the .

Personal life

Family

Ryan Strome was born to parents Chris and Trish Strome, who played a pivotal role in nurturing the hockey aspirations of their three sons by providing consistent emotional and logistical support throughout their youth careers. Strome is married to Sydney Strome (née Ott), and they have one daughter, Harper. Strome's younger brothers are also professional hockey players: , a center for the NHL's , where he led the team in scoring during the 2024–25 season with 82 points in 82 games; and Matt Strome, a right winger in the (AHL) with the . In September 2025, Chris and Trish Strome attended a preseason game where Dylan and Matt played together for the first time since their youth, creating a cherished family milestone at Hershey's . Earlier, in March 2025, Dylan shared a heartfelt pre-game moment with his daughter and nieces ahead of a matchup against Ryan and the , underscoring the brothers' close-knit family bonds. The Strome household fostered a highly competitive environment that shaped the brothers' development, with Ryan once elbowing a young Dylan hard enough to knock out two teeth during a family road trip, exemplifying their intense sibling rivalries from childhood. Interviews reveal shared stories of constant on-ice and off-ice challenges among the brothers, which their parents encouraged as a way to build resilience and passion for the sport.

Off-ice activities

Ryan Strome maintains a low-key lifestyle centered on personal interests and family balance since joining the Anaheim Ducks in 2022. He has expressed appreciation for the opportunities in Southern California, noting that the region's lifestyle provides a unique chance for him and his family to settle in an area they might not otherwise experience. Residing in the Anaheim vicinity, Strome balances offseason visits to his hometown in Mississauga, Ontario, with dedicated training to sustain his professional performance. His approach emphasizes career longevity over high-profile pursuits, with no major endorsements or media ventures reported as of 2025. A prominent off-ice interest for Strome is , which he pursues avidly during the offseason. In 2020, he described playing more than ever before, collecting balls from various courses and viewing it as a post-career focus. Recent activities include a 2025 trip to for and a trip to Pebble Beach, where he acquired memorabilia from the course. Strome also incorporates fitness routines, such as vision training and skating drills, into his summer regimen to enhance on-ice performance. These habits reflect a disciplined yet relaxed approach to maintaining physical condition. Strome engages in community philanthropy through NHL-affiliated initiatives, including general support for Hockey Fights Cancer, a league-wide effort uniting players against cancer. He actively participates in events like the Smilezone Foundation's 11th Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament in July 2025 at Lionhead in Brampton, Ontario, which raises funds to create therapeutic spaces in children's healthcare facilities across . Additionally, Strome supports youth hockey development in , drawing from his own junior experiences with teams like the , though specific programs remain tied to broader community efforts in his hometown region.

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