Ryan O’Reilly is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre widely recognized for his exceptional skill and performance in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Called “Element”, O’Reilly is considered one of the best two-way forwards in the NHL, known for his strong offense and defense.
He has played for several teams, including the Colorado Avalanche, Buffalo Sabres, St. Louis Blues and Toronto Maple Leafs.
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- Full Name: Ryan O’Reilly
- Date of birth: February 7, 1991
- Age: 32 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Clinton, Ontario, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Professional figure skater
- Height: 6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
- Parents: Bonnie O’Reilly, Brian O’Reilly
- Siblings: Cal O’Reilly, Tara O’Reilly
- Spouse: Dayna Douros (m. 2018)
- Relationship status: None
- Children: Jameson Keane O’Reilly
- Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
Ryan O’Reilly, now 32, was born on February 7, 1991 in Clinton, Ontario, Canada. Growing up in Varna, Ontario, he showed a passion for ice hockey from a young age.
O’Reilly’s talent for playing was evident at a young age, when he played for the Seaforth Stars of the Ontario Junior Hockey Association (OMHA) and later the Huron-Perth Lakers of the Junior Hockey Alliance.
He has an older brother named Cal O’Reilly, who is also a professional hockey player. The O’Reilly brothers had the opportunity to play together as teammates for the Buffalo Sabres.
O’Reilly continued his hockey journey by joining the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). In 2007, he was selected as the first player in the OHL Draft, winning the Jack Ferguson Award.
O’Reilly has shown exceptional talent and versatility throughout his youth career, impressing scouts and fans.
He has shown great hockey ability, skillful offense and defense, making him a well-rounded player.
Personal life
Ryan O’Reilly is married to Dayna Douros and their marriage has produced a son named Jameson Keane O’Reilly.
Career
Ryan O’Reilly’s professional career began in 2009 when he was selected 33rd overall in the NHL Entry Draft by the Colorado Avalanche.
He quickly made an impression in his rookie season, becoming the youngest player in Avalanche history to appear in a regular-season game.
O’Reilly’s offensive and defensive skills made him a valuable asset to the team. He played six seasons with the Avalanche before being traded to the Buffalo Sabres in 2015.
During his time with the Sabres, O’Reilly excelled on the ice, leading the team’s offense and gaining recognition as one of the league’s top players.
In 2018, he was traded to the St. Louis Blues, where he played a key role in the team’s Stanley Cup run in 2019.
O’Reilly’s stellar play in the playoffs earned him the Conn Smythe trophy for most valuable player.
Net worth
Ryan O’Reilly’s net worth is estimated at $3 million.
This figure includes earnings from his professional hockey career, sponsorship deals and other ventures.
Social media
- Instagram name: @ryanoreilly90
- Twitter Username: @rorr_90
