Mathieu Perreault (born March 9 1991 in Laval, Quebec, Canada) is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward. He has played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for multiple clubs, primarily as a left‑winger.
Early life and junior career
- Perreault developed in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) with the Acadie‑Bathurst Titan, where he played from 2007 to 2011.
- In the 2010‑11 QMJHL season he recorded 108 points (45 goals, 63 assists) in 68 games, earning the Jean Béliveau Trophy as the league’s top scorer and a place on the QMJHL First All‑Star Team.
Professional career
| Season | Team (League) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Drafted 86th overall by the Washington Capitals (NHL Entry Draft) | Remained in junior hockey until 2011 |
| 2011‑12 | Washington Capitals (NHL) – debut; Washington Capitals AHL affiliate (Hershey Bears) | Signed an entry‑level contract; appeared in 3 NHL games |
| 2011‑12 (Nov 2011) | Traded to the Winnipeg Jets (NHL) for a 2013 second‑round draft pick | Joined the Jets organization |
| 2012‑2020 | Winnipeg Jets (NHL) | Became a regular roster player; career‑high 20 goals, 38 points in the 2015‑16 season |
| 2020‑21 | Montreal Canadiens (NHL) | Signed a one‑year contract as a free agent |
| 2021‑22 | Ottawa Senators (NHL) | Acquired via trade from Montreal on March 21 2021; re‑signed for the 2021‑22 season |
| 2022‑23 | New York Islanders (NHL) | Signed a one‑year contract in August 2022; played limited games before being placed on waivers |
| 2023‑24 | Free agent (as of the start of the 2023‑24 season) | No NHL contract has been announced for the 2023‑24 season |
International play
- Represented Canada at the 2010 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, contributing to the team’s silver‑medal finish.
Playing style
Perreault is noted for his speed, offensive instincts, and versatility in the forward position, often deployed in a top‑six role or as a utility scorer.
Personal life
- He is the younger brother of former NHL forward Pierre‑Paul Perreault.
Career highlights and awards
- QMJHL Jean Béliveau Trophy (2010‑11) – leading scorer
- QMJHL First All‑Star Team (2010‑11)
- NHL All‑Star Game selection – Insufficient Encyclopedic Information (no record of selection)
References
- NHL official player profile (NHL.com)
- Elite Prospects – Mathieu Perreault player database
- Quebec Major Junior Hockey League historical statistics
All information is derived from publicly available, verifiable sources up to the 2023‑24 season.
