Mathieu Joseph is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who serves as a winger in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Born on February 9, 1997, in Laval, Quebec, he is known for his speed, physical play, and versatility on the ice.
Joseph comes from an athletic family; his father, Frantzi Joseph, played and coached hockey, while his mother, France Taillon, was a competitive athlete in her youth.
His father is of Haitian descent, adding to the family’s rich cultural background.
Joseph was drafted by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the fourth round (120th overall) of the 2015 NHL Entry Draft and has built a solid career as a reliable two-way forward.
Siblings
Mathieu has one notable sibling in the world of professional hockey, his younger brother, Pierre-Olivier Joseph, who plays as a defenceman.
The brothers have shared a close bond both on and off the ice, living together during offseasons and briefly becoming teammates with the St. Louis Blues in the 2024-25 season.
Their parents, Frantzi and France, have had the opportunity to watch both sons compete for the same NHL team, creating memorable family moments, including games where the brothers connected for goals or assists.
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Career
Joseph’s professional journey began in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), where he played for teams like the Saint John Sea Dogs and the Drummondville Voltigeurs.
He stood out during his junior career, helping his team win the President’s Cup in 2017 and earning recognition as part of the QMJHL Second All-Star Team.
After being drafted by the Tampa Bay Lightning, Joseph made his NHL debut and developed into a key depth player known for his energy and forechecking.
He contributed to the Lightning’s Stanley Cup victories in 2020 and 2021, adding physicality and secondary scoring during their championship runs.
Joseph was later traded to the Ottawa Senators, where he enjoyed increased ice time and took on more offensive responsibilities.
Subsequent stops included the St. Louis Blues, where he reunited with his brother, and most recently the Los Angeles Kings.
Throughout his career, Joseph has been valued for his skating ability, penalty-killing contributions, and ability to play both wings.
Accolades
At the junior level, Joseph was named to the QMJHL Second All-Star Team in 2017 and helped lead his team to the QMJHL championship that same year.
In the NHL, his biggest accomplishments include winning the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning in back-to-back seasons in 2020 and 2021.
These championships represent the pinnacle of team success in professional hockey and highlight his role in high-stakes playoff environments.
While Joseph has not accumulated individual awards like the Hart Trophy or All-Star selections, his consistent performance and contributions to winning teams underscore his value as a depth forward in the league.
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