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Paul Bissonnette

Paul Bissonnette is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player and current media personality.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Paul Bissonnette is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player turned media personality. He played 202 NHL games for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Phoenix Coyotes before becoming a broadcaster and podcast co-host.

What it is

Paul Bissonnette, born March 11, 1985, in Welland, Ontario, played left wing and some defence in the NHL. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the fourth round of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft and spent most of his career in the minor leagues, winning the Calder Cup with the Manchester Monarchs in 2015.

Why it matters

After retiring in 2017, Bissonnette became a prominent hockey media figure. He co-hosts the popular Spittin' Chiclets podcast and provides NHL studio analysis, helping shape how fans engage with the sport beyond the game.

Key details

Bissonnette played 202 NHL games, recording 7 goals and 15 assists. He was known as a physical depth forward and agitator. His media career includes work with major hockey outlets and a strong Canadian connection as a Welland, Ontario native.

In short

  • Canadian former NHL player for Pittsburgh and Phoenix
  • Won Calder Cup in the AHL in 2015
  • Now a broadcaster and co-host of Spittin' Chiclets
  • Known for physical, agitator-style play
Canadian angle

Bissonnette is from Welland, Ontario, and is part of Canada's professional hockey and sports-media landscape.

Quick questions

Who is Paul Bissonnette?
A Canadian former professional ice hockey player who later became a broadcaster and podcast personality.
Which NHL teams did he play for?
He played for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Phoenix Coyotes.
What is Paul Bissonnette known for after hockey?
He is known for hockey media work, including television analysis and the Spittin' Chiclets podcast.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Bissonnette
    Supports: basic biography and career timeline
  2. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Bissonnette
    Supports: birth date, birthplace, junior hockey, draft, and AHL Calder Cup
  3. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/9473/paul-bissonnette
    Supports: birth date, birthplace, nationality, position, handedness, draft, and status
  4. National Hockey League — https://www.nhl.com/player/paul-bissonnette-8470713
    Supports: birth date, birthplace, draft position, physical stats, and NHL career totals
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/_/id/2406/paul-bissonnette
    Supports: birthdate, birthplace, draft info, and NHL career statistics
  6. Yahoo Sports — https://sports.yahoo.com/forgotten-penguins-players-paul-bissonnette-001500130.html
    Supports: career summary, Coyotes stint, retirement, and broadcasting
  7. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/news/sitting-down-with-paul-bissonnette
    Supports: post-playing media career and description of his NHL role
  8. Forbes — https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolschram/2018/07/12/former-nhl-player-paul-bissonnette-makes-his-media-mark-in-post-hockey-life/
    Supports: post-retirement media career and podcast role