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Nolan Patrick

Nolan Patrick is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre from Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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

Nolan Patrick is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was selected second overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2017 NHL entry draft and played in the NHL with the Flyers and Vegas Golden Knights before his playing career ended.

Early life and junior career

Patrick grew up in Winnipeg and played junior hockey with the Brandon Wheat Kings of the Western Hockey League. He was widely regarded as a top prospect before entering the NHL draft.

NHL career

The Philadelphia Flyers selected Patrick second overall in 2017. He played parts of four NHL seasons with Philadelphia and Vegas, with his NHL career affected by injuries and health issues.

Retirement

Reports in late 2023 and early 2024 described Patrick as retired, and later player listings also identified him as retired. His playing career ended after his last NHL appearance in March 2022.

Key facts

  • Nolan Patrick was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and is the son of former NHL player Steve Patrick and the nephew of former NHL player James Patrick.
  • He was drafted second overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2017 NHL entry draft.
  • He made his NHL debut with Philadelphia and later also played for Vegas.
  • He appeared in 222 regular-season NHL games and recorded 77 points, according to player-stat sources.
  • Patrick last played in the NHL in March 2022 and later retired from playing.
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Canadian context

Patrick is from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and is part of Canada’s hockey talent pipeline, rising from Canadian junior hockey to the NHL.[2][7]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nolan Patrick?
Nolan Patrick is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played in the NHL for the Philadelphia Flyers and Vegas Golden Knights.
When was Nolan Patrick born?
He was born on September 19, 1998, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
What draft position was Nolan Patrick selected at?
He was selected second overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2017 NHL entry draft.
Which NHL teams did Nolan Patrick play for?
He played for the Philadelphia Flyers and the Vegas Golden Knights.
Is Nolan Patrick retired?
Yes. Multiple late-2023 and 2024 sources describe him as retired.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nolan_Patrick
    Supports: Birth name, draft position, NHL teams, and career overview.
  2. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nolan_Patrick
    Supports: Birthplace and date of birth.
  3. National Hockey League — https://www.nhl.com/de/player/nolan-patrick-8479974
    Supports: Birthplace, draft position, position, and basic player profile.
  4. CBS Sports — https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/players/2845038/nolan-patrick/
    Supports: Retirement report and career totals.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/39154464/former-no-2-draft-pick-nolan-patrick-retires-25
    Supports: Retirement report, last game timing, and career summary.
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/stats/_/id/4233544/nolan-patrick
    Supports: Teams played for and career seasons.
  7. National Hockey League — https://www.nhl.com/avalanche/news/nolan-patrick-2017-nhl-draft-prospect-profile-290018220
    Supports: Junior career context and family background.
  8. StatMuse — https://www.statmuse.com/nhl/player/nolan-patrick-9175
    Supports: Career regular-season totals.