Joshua Morrissey is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman born on March 28, 1995, in Calgary, Alberta.
He plays for the Winnipeg Jets of the National Hockey League (NHL), where he serves as an alternate captain.
Known for his smooth skating, offensive instincts from the blue line, and two-way play, Morrissey has developed into one of the league’s top defencemen.
Siblings
Josh has one sibling, a younger brother named Jake Morrissey.
The two brothers grew up playing hockey together, often shooting pucks in the garage or basement under the guidance of their late father, Tom Morrissey.
Jake followed Josh into competitive hockey and joined him briefly in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Kelowna Rockets.
Their close bond and shared passion for the game were central to their upbringing, with their father frequently referring to them affectionately as The Three Morrissey Boys.
Career
Morrissey played junior hockey with the Prince Albert Raiders and later the Kelowna Rockets in the WHL, where he excelled both on the ice and in the classroom, earning Scholastic Player of the Year honors.
The Winnipeg Jets selected him 13th overall in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
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He made his NHL debut in the 2015-16 season after time with the AHL’s Manitoba Moose and quickly established himself as a reliable defenceman.
Over his career with the Jets, Morrissey has evolved from a steady defensive presence into a dynamic offensive threat from the back end.
He has consistently logged heavy minutes and emerged as a leader on a competitive Jets team.
His growth has been particularly notable in recent seasons, with significant increases in point production while maintaining strong defensive play.
Internationally, he has represented Canada at various levels, contributing to gold medal wins at the World Junior Championship and other tournaments.
Accolades
Morrissey has received votes for the Norris Trophy, awarded annually to the league’s top defenceman, and was named to the NHL All-Star Game.
He has posted career-high point totals in recent seasons, including seasons with over 60 and 70 points, showcasing his offensive upside.
On the international stage, Morrissey has won gold medals with Canada at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, U18 World Junior Championship, and U20 World Junior Championship, along with a silver medal at the senior World Championship.
He also contributed to Canada’s silver medal at the Olympics.
In the NHL, he has been a consistent performer across hundreds of games and has been nominated for leadership and community awards, including the King Clancy Memorial Trophy for humanitarian contributions.
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