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Peter Holland

Peter Holland is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre born in 1991.

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

Peter Holland is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played 266 NHL games for the Anaheim Ducks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Arizona Coyotes, and New York Rangers. He was selected 15th overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.

Early life and junior career

Holland was born in Caledon, Ontario, Canada. He played junior hockey with the Guelph Storm in the Ontario Hockey League and was drafted by the Anaheim Ducks after his junior career.

NHL career

Holland was selected 15th overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft and made his NHL debut for the Anaheim Ducks in the 2011–12 season. He later played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Arizona Coyotes, and New York Rangers, appearing in 266 regular-season games.

Later career

Later sources indicate that Holland continued playing professionally outside the NHL, including in the AHL and overseas, before appearing in tryout and inactive player listings in 2023 and 2025.

Career statistics

Across his NHL career, Holland is credited with 36 goals and 49 assists in 266 games. Other player databases also note his left shot, centre position, and draft details.

Key facts

  • Born in Caledon, Ontario, Canada, and grew up in Canada.
  • Selected in the first round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft by the Anaheim Ducks.
  • Made his NHL debut with Anaheim during the 2011–12 season.
  • Played in 266 NHL regular-season games over his career.
  • Spent his longest and most notable NHL stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Canadian context

Holland is a Canadian player from Ontario, and much of his early hockey development and public profile are tied to Canadian junior and NHL teams, especially the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Peter Holland?
Peter Holland is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played in the NHL and was drafted 15th overall by the Anaheim Ducks in 2009.
Which NHL teams did Peter Holland play for?
He played for the Anaheim Ducks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Arizona Coyotes, and New York Rangers in the NHL.
How many NHL games did Peter Holland play?
He played 266 NHL regular-season games.
What position did Peter Holland play?
He played centre and shot left.
Where was Peter Holland born?
He was born in Caledon, Ontario, Canada.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Holland_(ice_hockey)
    Supports: Birth date, Canadian nationality, position, draft selection, NHL debut, and 266 NHL games.
  2. StatMuse — https://www.statmuse.com/nhl/player/peter-holland-2930
    Supports: NHL games played and career goals/assists totals.
  3. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/24654/peter-holland
    Supports: Birth information, position, handedness, draft details, and retirement status.
  4. Spotrac — https://www.spotrac.com/nhl/player/_/id/11772/peter-holland
    Supports: Draft position and player profile details.
  5. FOX Sports — https://www.foxsports.com/nhl/peter-holland-player
    Supports: Later-career notes, including games in Sweden and NHL career totals.