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Introduction
Alex Newhook is a Canadian professional ice hockey center currently playing for the Colorado Avalanche of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected by the Avalanche in the first round, 16th overall, of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
Biography
| Name | Alex Newhook |
| Net Worth | $4 million |
| Salary | $1.5 million |
| Occupation | Ice hockey player |
| Age | 21 years |
| Height | 1.80m |
Alex Newhook was born on January 28, 2001 (age 21 years) in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He is the son of Canadian parents Paula Newhook and Shawn Newhook. He began skating at the age of 4. Growing up, Newhook idolized fellow Newfoundlander and Stanley Cup champion Daniel Cleary, who he called “a guy that I watched growing up and dreamt of being like him when I grew up.”
Newhook has a younger sister, Abby Newhook, who also plays hockey. In a questionnaire for the NHL, Newhook responded to the prompt “not a lot of people know that I…” with “have a sister who is better than me at hockey.” Abby Newhook currently plays for two women’s hockey teams—for the preparatory school Tabor Academy’s team, and for the Bay State Breakers. Like her brother Alex, Abby Newhook is committed to playing hockey at Boston College.
Playing career
Alex Newhook joined the Victoria Grizzlies of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) for the 2017–18 season. He finished second in the team scoring with 66 points in 45 games. Newhook also recorded nine points in 12 postseason games.
Newhook signed his Letter of Intent during the 2018-2019 season to join Boston College for the 2019–20 season. He led the league in scoring, recording 38 goals and 64 assists for 102 points in 53 games. Newhook won the Vern Dye Memorial Award as the league’s most valuable player.
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He was also named the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) most valuable player. Following the season, Newhook was selected in the first round, 16th overall, by the Colorado Avalanche in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
Newhook had an impressive freshman campaign with the Boston College Eagles men’s ice hockey, posting 19 goals and 23 assists for 42 points in 34 games. He led all Hockey East freshmen in points and goals, led all NCAA freshmen in goals and tied for 7th in scoring among all NCAA skaters.
Alex Newhook was named the Tim Taylor Award recipient, the first in Boston College history, as well as the Hockey East Rookie of the Year. He was also named a Hockey East Second Team All-Star and to the All-Rookie Team.
Newhook missed the start of his sophomore season at Boston College due to his participation in the 2021 World Juniors held in Edmonton, Alberta. Team Canada required their players to quarantine for a full two months ahead of the competition as they held training camp in Red Deer, Alberta.
He helped Team Canada earn a silver medal, falling in the gold medal game to rival the United States and fellow Boston College linemate Matthew Boldy and teammate Spencer Knight.
After returning to campus, Alex Newhook was injured in his season debut. His injury combined with early quarantine protocols resulted in Newhook appearing in only 12 games in total for the season, posting 7 goals and 16 points for the Eagles.
On March 31, 2021, Newhook ended his collegiate career by agreeing to a three-year, entry-level contract with the Colorado Avalanche. He was assigned by the Avalanche to begin his professional career with AHL affiliate, the Colorado Eagles.
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After producing at the AHL level, collecting 5 goals and 9 points through 8 games, Newhook was called up to the Avalanche’s taxi squad on May 2, 2021. He made his NHL debut on May 5, 2021, in a Colorado Avalanche 3–2 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
International play
Alex Newhook was selected to participate in Canada at the 2021 World Junior Championships in Edmonton, Alberta. He recorded 3 goals and 6 points at the tournament, helping Canada capture the silver medal.
Wife
Alex Newhook is currently not married as of June 2022. His girlfriend or soon-to-be wife is unknown to the general public. As of mid-2022, Newhook hasn’t disclosed who his girlfriend and he has no children. He stands at an appealing height of 1.80m and has a good body weight of 88kg which suits his personality.
Alex Newhook net worth
How much is Alex Newhook worth? Alex Newhook net worth is estimated at around $4 million. His main source of income is from his career as a professional ice hockey player. Newhook salary is $125,000+ per month with other career earnings are over $1.5 million annually. His successful career has earned him some luxurious lifestyles and some fancy car trips. He is one of the richest and influential ice hockey players in Canada.