Age, Biography, and Wiki
Max Pacioretty was born on November 20, 1988, in New Canaan, Connecticut, USA. He is an American professional ice hockey player known for his skills as a left winger. Throughout his career, Pacioretty has been a key player for several NHL teams, including the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs. His early life and career were marked by a strong passion for hockey, which led him to be drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the first round (22nd overall) of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.
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| Date of Birth | 20 November 1988 |
| Age | 36 Years |
| Birth Place | New Canaan, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Scorpio |
| Country | U.S |
Height, Weight & Measurements
Pacioretty stands at 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) tall and weighs 206 pounds (93 kg), making him a formidable presence on the ice.
| Height | 6 feet 2 inches |
| Weight | 93 kg |
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Dating & Relationship Status
While specific details about his current relationship status may not be widely available, Pacioretty is known to be married to his wife, Katia Pacioretty. The couple has been supportive of each other throughout his career.
Pacioretty's paternal grandmother, Theresa Pacioretty (née Savoie) is a French-Canadian from Montreal. Pacioretty's mother is of Mexican origin. Having grown up in Mexico, she was not familiar with ice skating but given Pacioretty's very high energy as a child, took him to a rink to expend energy. The family of Pacioretty's paternal grandfather Burton hails from the Varese region of Lombardy, Italy, particularly the towns of Ferno, Gallarate, and Cardano al Campo.
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Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Max Pacioretty's annual salary varies across different sources. He is reported to earn between $873,770 and $1,246,585 per year, depending on the source. His net worth is not explicitly stated in available sources, but his career earnings suggest a substantial financial standing.
Pacioretty was drafted in the first round, 22nd overall, in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft by the Montreal Canadiens; he would go on to captain them for his last three seasons with Montreal and score 30 or more goals in five of the seasons with Montreal. He was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights before the 2018–19 NHL season; although the move revitalized his career, he was dealt to the Carolina Hurricanes four seasons later due to the Golden Knights' salary cap complications.
On July 13, 2022, with the Golden Knights in need of salary cap space, Pacioretty and prospect Dylan Coghlan were traded to the Carolina Hurricanes for future considerations.
Career, Business, and Investments
Pacioretty's NHL career began with the Montreal Canadiens, where he played for several years before moving to other teams like the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. He is now a part of the Toronto Maple Leafs. His career has seen varied contracts, with notable ones including a 6-year deal worth $27 million per year with the Montreal Canadiens. Beyond hockey, there is limited public information on specific business ventures or investments.
Returning to action during the 2011–12 season, Pacioretty would end the year as the team's points leader, finishing with a career-high 33 goals and 32 assists in 79 games, also winning the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for "perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey." He recorded his first career hat-trick on February 9, 2012, against the New York Islanders.
On February 6, 2014, Pacioretty became the first Canadien to have two penalty shots awarded in the same game, against the Vancouver Canucks and goaltender Roberto Luongo, also becoming just the second player in NHL history to be awarded two penalty shots in the same period. These were his second and third NHL career penalty shots, the first occurring earlier in the season on October 12, 2013, coincidentally also against the Canucks and Luongo. Pacioretty missed all three penalty shots, but nonetheless still scored a hat trick in the February 6 game.
Social Network
While specific details about his social media presence may not be widely reported, many NHL players engage with fans through platforms like Twitter and Instagram. Pacioretty likely maintains a professional online presence, but exact details are not readily available.
In concluding his contract with the Hurricanes, Pacioretty agreed to a one-year incentive based contract up to $4 million with the Washington Capitals on the opening day of free agency for the season on July 1, 2023. Pacioretty again missed some time due to his second Achilles tendon injury, not debuting with Washington until January 3, 2024, and reportely contemplated retirement in the time leading up to his debut. With the Capitals middling as the NHL trade deadline approached, rumors began to circulate that Pacioretty may waive his no-move clause to be sent to a playoff contender. Ultimately, Pacioretty refused to waive his no-movement clause despite several trade offers, saying he wanted to 'finish what [he] started' by remaining in Washington. Despite a modest team point total and a season goal differential of minus-37, the Capitals clinched a playoff spot in the final seed, though were ultimately swept in the first round. Playing in all games since his debut, Pacioretty appeared in 47 games with the club and all 4 playoff appearances, contributing 23 regular season points and an additional assist in the post-season.
Education
Pacioretty attended Taft School in Watertown, Connecticut, before pursuing his hockey career. His educational background primarily focuses on his development as a hockey player rather than formal higher education.
In conclusion, Max Pacioretty's career is marked by his contributions to the NHL and his consistent performance on the ice. His financial success reflects his achievements in professional hockey, while his personal life remains somewhat private.
Pacioretty played high school hockey at New Canaan High School in which he led the state in points during his freshman year, and then moved on to The Taft School in Watertown, Connecticut. Pacioretty then played junior hockey for the Sioux City Musketeers of the United States Hockey League (USHL) for one season in 2006–07. Following the campaign, Pacioretty was selected in the first round, 22nd overall by the Montreal Canadiens during the 2007 NHL Entry Draft; the pick had been previously acquired by the Canadiens in a trade with the San Jose Sharks. He spent the 2007–08 season with the University of Michigan, recording 15 goals and 38 points in 36 games.
Over the course of four seasons with the Golden Knights, Pacioretty scored 97 goals, forming a key part of the team's offense. In the 2021–22 season he was hampered with a broken wrist and foot, playing only 39 games.
