Craig Simpson Bio | Wiki
Craig Simpson is a Canadian former professional ice hockey winger. He played 10 seasons in the National Hockey League for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Edmonton Oilers, and the Buffalo Sabres. Currently, Craig serves as a broadcaster, involved in Sportsnet NHL game broadcasts as a color commentator, including Hockey Night in Canada telecasts.
Craig Simpson Age
Craig was born on February 15, 1967, in London, Canada. He is 55 years old.
Craig Simpson Height
He is a man of above-average stature and stands at a height of 6 ft 2 in (Approx. 188 cm).
Craig Simpson Family
He was born and raised in London, Canada by his parents Marion and Donald Simpson. Craig’s father is a Canadian Olympic athlete. His older brother Dave is a former CHL Player of the Year and his older sister Christine serves as a Rogers Sportsnet reporter.
Craig Simpson Wife | Marriage
Craig married Canadian figure skater Jamie Salé on June 21, 2012. The two had known each other for years from the Edmonton skating scene. Together, the couple shares a daughter Samantha Rae who was born on July 7, 2013. Craig also has three children from a previous marriage, including Dillon, and Riley.
He is also a stepfather to Salé’s son Jesse Pelletier, from her first marriage to skating partner David Pelletier. In February 2022, Craig revealed that he and Salé had separated in June 2021 in a response to her apparent support of the Freedom Convoy 2022 on Twitter.
Craig Simpson Education
He played collegiate hockey for the Michigan State Spartans of the NCAA from 1983 to 1985. Craig skipped the third grade, then took his grade 11 and 12-course load simultaneously allowing him to start college at age 16. He became the first 16-year old to play Varsity hockey in the United States and led the team in scoring as a freshman. Then in his second year, Craig’s draft-eligible season, he exploded for 31-goals and 84 points in just 42-games. This performance made him the number one ranked prospect heading into the 1985 NHL Entry Draft according to Central Scouting.
Craig Simpson Jamie Sale
Jamie Salé, a Canadian figure skater is the second wife of Craig. The two celebrated their wedding on June 21, 2012, and share a daughter Samantha Rae who was born on July 7, 2013.
Craig Simpson Hockey
He is a professional ice hockey winger and played 10 seasons in the National Hockey League for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Edmonton Oilers, and the Buffalo Sabres. Craig’s ice hockey career started in 1985 and ended in 1996. He retired at just age 28, as a player with Buffalo buying out the final year of his contract. He finished with 497 career NHL points. One of the most proficient snipers in NHL history, Craig holds the record for best career shooting percentage. He also holds the record for best career playoff shooting percentage.
Craig Simpson NHL
Craig is currently a broadcaster, involved in Sportsnet NHL game broadcasts as a color commentator, including Hockey Night in Canada telecasts. He is partnered with Chris Cuthbert, whom they called the 2021 Stanley Cup Finals, starting with the 2021–22 NHL season. Additionally, Craig also served as a color commentator for the EA Sports NHL franchise, along with play-by-play partner Hughson.
He also appears in TV commercials and print ads for Carpet Superstores of Edmonton. On March 22, 2008, Hughson and Craig called the NHL game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Colorado Avalanche at 1 p.m. MDT.
Craig Simpson CBC
After the 2006–07 season, Craig resigned from his position with the Oilers to take a job as a color commentator for CBC Television, alongside former Sportsnet partner Jim Hughson. Starting in the 2008–09 season, the duo is the lead Hockey Night in the Canada broadcast team and call the Stanley Cup Finals. Currently, Craig is partnered with Chris Cuthbert, whom they called the 2021 Stanley Cup Finals, starting with the 2021–22 NHL season.
Craig Simpson Son
Craig’s son Dillon was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the 4th round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. Currently, he serves as a defenseman for the Cleveland Monsters.
Craig Simpson Net Worth
He earns his wealth from his career, therefore, he has amassed a fortune over the years. Craig’s estimated net worth is $7 million.
How Old Is Craig Simpson
Craig was born on February 15, 1967, thus, he is 55 years old.
Where Is Craig Simpson Now
Craig serves as a broadcaster, involved in Sportsnet NHL game broadcasts as a color commentator, including Hockey Night in Canada telecasts.