Todd White (born June 29 1975) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey forward who played eleven seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Early life and junior career
- Birthplace: Orangeville, Ontario, Canada
- Height/Weight: 6 ft 1 in (185 cm); 213 lb (97 kg)
- Shoots: Left
White developed in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, where he recorded 115 points (48 goals, 67 assists) in 121 regular‑season games over two seasons (1993‑1995).
Professional career
| Season | Team (League) | GP* | G | A | Pts | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995‑96 | Indianapolis Ice (IHL) | 71 | 9 | 16 | 25 | First professional season |
| 1997‑98 | Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) | 33 | 2 | 1 | 3 | NHL debut |
| 1999‑00 | Chicago Blackhawks | 71 | 13 | 9 | 22 | |
| 2000‑01 | Atlanta Thrashers (NHL) | 70 | 13 | 13 | 26 | Acquired via waiver claim |
| 2001‑02 | Dallas Stars (NHL) | 71 | 13 | 12 | 25 | Traded from Thrashers |
| 2002‑03 | Dallas Stars | 46 | 9 | 7 | 16 | Injured season |
| 2003‑04 | Dallas Stars | 55 | 8 | 7 | 15 | |
| 2005‑06 | Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL) | 63 | 12 | 7 | 19 | Returned after 2004‑05 lockout |
| 2006‑07 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 80 | 19 | 17 | 36 | |
| 2007‑08 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 81 | 16 | 12 | 28 | |
| 2008‑09 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 73 | 16 | 15 | 31 | |
| 2009‑10 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 71 | 20 | 19 | 39 | Career‑high 20 goals |
| 2010‑11 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 78 | 19 | 12 | 31 | |
| 2011‑12 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 80 | 23 | 16 | 39 | |
| 2012‑13 | Columbus Blue Jackets | 78 | 13 | 13 | 26 | |
| 2013‑14 | Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) | 25 | 0 | 2 | 2 | Signed as free agent |
| 2014‑15 | Detroit Red Wings (AHL) – Grand Rapids Griffins | 0 | — | — | — | Attended training camp; retired before regular season |
*GP = Games played. Statistics are compiled from official NHL records.
Key points
- Drafted 94th overall in the 1994 NHL Entry Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks.
- Played a total of 803 NHL games, scoring 190 goals, 145 assists for 335 points, and recording 364 penalty minutes.
- Known for a gritty, physical style of play combined with scoring ability, particularly during his tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets where he served as a top‑six forward and occasional alternate captain.
- Signed a two‑year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning in July 2013; after limited action, he was placed on waivers and subsequently attended the Detroit Red Wings’ training camp on a professional tryout contract before announcing retirement in September 2014.
Post‑playing career
Following retirement, White transitioned to broadcasting and analysis. He has served as a color commentator for Columbus Blue Jackets radio broadcasts and has contributed to television coverage of NHL games on regional networks.
Personal life
White resides in Ohio with his family and has been involved in youth hockey development programs in the Columbus area.
All information presented is drawn from publicly available records, including NHL official statistics, team press releases, and reputable sports news outlets.
