Jaden Schwartz is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who currently plays as a left winger and alternate captain for the Seattle Kraken in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Born on June 25, 1992, in Melfort, Saskatchewan, and raised in Wilcox, Saskatchewan, he is known for his speed, skill, tenacity, and leadership.
Drafted 14th overall by the St. Louis Blues in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, Schwartz has built a reputation as a reliable two-way forward and clutch performer throughout his career.
Siblings
Jaden has an older brother, Rylan Schwartz, who played hockey at Colorado College and as of 2025 competes for the Glasgow Clan in the UK Elite Ice Hockey League.
Their older sister, Mandi Schwartz, was a talented hockey player who competed at Athol Murray College of Notre Dame and later for the Yale Bulldogs.
Mandi was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in December 2008 and passed away in April 2011 after battling the disease.
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Career
Schwartz’s hockey path began in Saskatchewan youth programs before he excelled in the United States Hockey League (USHL) with the Tri-City Storm, where he led the league in points and earned Offensive Player of the Year honors.
He then played collegiately at Colorado College, starring for the Tigers alongside his brother Rylan.
After turning professional, he joined the St. Louis Blues organization and made his NHL debut in the 2012-13 season.
During his decade with the Blues, Schwartz developed into a key contributor, helping the team reach the playoffs multiple times and winning the Stanley Cup in 2019.
Injuries occasionally impacted his availability, but he consistently produced as a top-six forward.
In 2021, he signed with the Seattle Kraken as a free agent, where he has continued his career as a veteran leader and alternate captain.
Accolades
In the USHL, Schwartz was named Offensive Player of the Year.
At the international level, he won gold at the Hlinka Memorial Tournament and captured silver and bronze medals at the IIHF World Junior Championships.
With the St. Louis Blues, he was a key member of the 2019 Stanley Cup championship team.
Beyond on-ice achievements, Schwartz has received widespread recognition for his off-ice contributions, particularly his advocacy in honor of his late sister Mandi.
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