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Antoine Roussel

Antoine Roussel is a French former professional ice hockey left winger.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Antoine Roussel is a French former professional ice hockey left winger. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Dallas Stars, Vancouver Canucks, and Arizona Coyotes after beginning his career in France and Canadian junior and minor leagues.

Early life and development

Roussel was born in Roubaix, France, and began playing hockey in France before moving to Quebec as a teenager. He later developed further in junior and minor leagues in North America.

NHL career

After going undrafted, Roussel signed with the Dallas Stars and debuted in the NHL in 2013. He later played for the Vancouver Canucks and Arizona Coyotes over a 10-season NHL career.

Playing style

Roussel was widely regarded as a physical forward who played an agitator role. He was often among league leaders in penalty minutes and was known for hustle and relentless forechecking.

International play

Roussel represented France in international competition at both junior and senior levels. He appeared in multiple IIHF World Championships and was selected to the tournament All-Star team in 2014.

Key facts

  • Undrafted player who reached the NHL after developing through French, Canadian, and minor-league hockey.
  • Made his NHL debut with the Dallas Stars in 2013.
  • Played 607 regular-season NHL games and recorded 197 career points.
  • Known for a physical, energetic style and high penalty-minute totals.
  • Represented France internationally at junior and senior levels, including multiple World Championships.
  • Last NHL season was with the Arizona Coyotes in 2021–22.
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Canadian context

Roussel spent part of his development in Quebec and later played for the Vancouver Canucks, making him relevant to Canadian junior hockey and NHL history.

Frequently asked questions

What position did Antoine Roussel play?
He played as a left winger.
Was Antoine Roussel drafted into the NHL?
No. He was undrafted and later signed as a free agent.
Which NHL teams did he play for?
He played for the Dallas Stars, Vancouver Canucks, and Arizona Coyotes.
How many NHL games did he play?
He played 607 regular-season NHL games.
Did Antoine Roussel play for France internationally?
Yes. He represented France at junior and senior international levels.

References

  1. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/player/antoine-roussel-8474849
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, height, weight, shooting side, position, teams, and career statistics.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antoine_Roussel
    Supports: Career timeline, undrafted status, international play, and movement from France to Quebec.
  3. NHLPA — https://www.nhlpa.com/player/3459/antoine-roussel/
    Supports: Player profile including position, birthdate, birthplace, height, weight, and shooting side.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/stats/_/id/2524606/antoine-roussel
    Supports: Career NHL teams and season-by-season career statistics.
  5. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/12125/antoine-roussel
    Supports: Position, physical attributes, status, and player profile details.