Darren
Turcotte
C
2026-27
Darren Turcotte stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Darren Turcotte
Retired 2000#8C
HEIGHT : 183 cm · WEIGHT : 86 kg · SHOOTS : L
Born : March 1, 1968 · Boston, United States
Drafted : 1986 · NYR · round 6, pick #114
NHL record
| Year | Team | GP | G | A | PTS | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-00 | Nashville Predators | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 1998-99 | Nashville Predators | 40 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 16 |
| 1997-98 | St. Louis Blues | 62 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 26 |
| 1996-97 | San Jose Sharks | 65 | 16 | 21 | 37 | 16 |
| 1995-96 | San Jose Sharks | 9 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 4 |
| 1995-96 | Winnipeg Jets (1979) | 59 | 16 | 16 | 32 | 26 |
| 1994-95 | Hartford Whalers | 47 | 17 | 18 | 35 | 22 |
| 1993-94 | Hartford Whalers | 19 | 2 | 11 | 13 | 4 |
| 1993-94 | New York Rangers | 13 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 13 |
| 1992-93 | New York Rangers | 71 | 25 | 28 | 53 | 40 |
| 1991-92 | New York Rangers | 71 | 30 | 23 | 53 | 57 |
| 1990-91 | New York Rangers | 74 | 26 | 41 | 67 | 37 |
| 1989-90 | New York Rangers | 76 | 32 | 34 | 66 | 32 |
| 1988-89 | New York Rangers | 20 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 4 |
| NHL totals | 635 | 195 | 216 | 411 | 301 | |
Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | G | A | PTS | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-98 | St. Louis Blues | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991-92 | New York Rangers | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| 1990-91 | New York Rangers | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1989-90 | New York Rangers | 10 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 4 |
| 1988-89 | New York Rangers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Playoff totals | 35 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 12 | |
Darren Turcotte's story
Born March 2, 1968 in Boston, Darren Turcotte spent much of his youth in North Bay, Ontario, where he was introduced to organized hockey and rose through the minor ranks. A standout midget season that included 60 goals helped his team capture NOHA, provincial and national midget crowns and put him on the radar of Ontario Hockey League clubs.
Turcotte joined the North Bay Centennials and became a steady offensive presence over four seasons. In 211 regular‑season OHL games he compiled 128 goals and 150 assists for 278 points, averaging roughly 60 points per year. His junior performance led to his selection in the 1986 NHL Entry Draft by the New York Rangers (sixth round, 114th overall).
He turned professional with the Rangers' organization, spending time with their IHL affiliate before establishing himself in the NHL. Turcotte made his league debut on October 6, 1988, and went on to play for New York, Hartford, Winnipeg, San Jose, St. Louis and Nashville. He represented the Rangers at the 1991 NHL All‑Star Game and finished his 12‑year NHL career with 195 goals and 216 assists, 411 points in 635 games.
Internationally, Turcotte wore the United States jersey at the World Junior Championships in 1987 and 1988 and later competed at the senior World Championship in 1993. Injuries curtailed his playing career, leading to retirement in 2000.
After leaving the ice as a player he remained involved in coaching and development: he founded a midget AAA travelling team in Brentwood, Tennessee; coached youth, midget and junior teams in North Bay; served as assistant coach for the Abitibi Eskimos (2005–06) and as head coach of the North Bay Skyhawks (two seasons, 41‑28‑1); was assistant with the Nipissing Lakers men's program (2008–2011) and later took over in the women's program when it began in 2012. He also coached the North Bay Ice Boltz girls and led Team USA inline hockey to gold in 2006. Turcotte was inducted into the North Bay Hockey Hall of Fame on April 27, 2004, received the Judge Harry J. Reynolds Memorial Trophy on May 3, 2013, and is currently head coach of the Nipissing Lakers women's team.
Facts drawn from Wikipédia, told in our own words.
Advanced stats
- TOI/GP
- 9:13
- PP TOI/GP
- 0:11
- SH TOI/GP
- 0:43
- Pts/GP
- 0.11
- EV points
- 1
- Hits
- 0
- Blocks
- 0
- Takeaways
- 0
- Corsi % (SAT)
- 0.0 %
- Off. zone starts
- 0.0 %
- Faceoffs
- 30.0 %
Stats and photos: NHL (NHL.com)
Last 5 games
| Date | Opponent | G | A | PTS | +/- | TOI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 24, 1999 | vs BOS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8:02 |
| November 18, 1999 | vs MTL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7:00 |
| November 13, 1999 | @ PIT | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1 | 11:00 |
| November 11, 1999 | @ OTT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8:47 |
| November 10, 1999 | @ CHI | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11:55 |
Darren Turcotte: frequently asked questions
How many goals does Darren Turcotte have in 1999-00?
Darren Turcotte has 0 goals and 1 point (1 assist) in 9 games in 1999-00.
How old is Darren Turcotte?
Darren Turcotte is 58 years old: he was born on March 2, 1968.
How tall is Darren Turcotte, and how much does he weigh?
Darren Turcotte is 6'0" (183 cm) and weighs 190 lb (86 kg).
Where is Darren Turcotte from?
United States: Darren Turcotte was born in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
What are Darren Turcotte's career stats?
Over his NHL career, Darren Turcotte has 635 games, 195 goals, 216 assists and 411 points. His best season: 1990-91, with 67 points in 74 games.
Where was Darren Turcotte drafted?
Darren Turcotte was drafted 114th overall (round 6) by New York Rangers in 1986.
How does Darren Turcotte perform in the playoffs?
In the playoffs, Darren Turcotte has 35 games and 14 points in his career. His pace (0.40 points per game) is lower than his regular-season pace (0.65).
Is Darren Turcotte related to anyone famous?
Yes: Don Turcotte (father, coach of the Pinehill Coffee Shop 'AAA' minor hockey team).
What is Darren Turcotte's nationality?
Darren Turcotte is American. Internationally: represented the United States at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in 1987 and 1988, and at the Men's World Ice Hockey Championships in 1993.
What awards has Darren Turcotte won?
Played in the NHL All-Star Game (1991) ; Inducted into the North Bay Hockey Hall of Fame (April 27, 2004) ; Judge Harry J. Reynolds Memorial Trophy for his contribution to hockey in North Bay (May 3, 2013).
How many championships has Darren Turcotte won?
2: NOHA, Ontario and Canadian Midget hockey titles with Pinehill Coffee Shop (1984); Gold at the World Inline Tournament as coach of Team USA (2006).
Where did Darren Turcotte play before turning pro?
played six seasons with the Pinehill Coffee Shop 'AAA' minor hockey team (coach: his father Don Turcotte); was drafted to the OHL North Bay Centennials (third round) and played four seasons with the Centennials (211 games, 128 goals, 150 assists, 278 points).
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