John Moore (ice hockey)

John Moore
John Moore
Born	John Carroll Moore Jr.; November 19, 1990 (age 35); Winnetka, Illinois, U.S.
Occupation	Professional ice hockey defenseman
Years active	2009–2022
Known for	Playing in the National Hockey League (NHL)

John Carroll Moore Jr. (born November 19, 1990) is a retired American professional ice hockey defenseman who competed for 12 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected 21st overall in the first round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft by the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Early life

Moore’s birthplace is Winnetka, Illinois. His maternal grandfather, James B. Longley, held the office of governor of Maine from 1975 until 1979.

Playing career

During his youth, Moore participated in the 2003 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament representing the Chicago Young Americans. He subsequently played in the Winnetka Minor Mite House League and its travel program.

Junior

Moore joined the United States Hockey League’s (USHL) Chicago Steel for the 2007–08 season, where he tallied four goals and totaled 15 points over 56 games, along with two assists in seven playoff contests. His performance elevated considerably in the 2008–09 season, as he amassed 14 goals and 39 points across 57 games. Recognized as the sixth-ranked North American prospect and the leading North American defenseman, he was drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets at 21st overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft and was also chosen by the Kitchener Rangers of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).

On July 21, 2009, Moore inked a three-year entry-level contract with Columbus. During his initial OHL campaign (2009–10) with Kitchener, he contributed 10 goals and 47 points in 61 games, adding 16 points during 20 playoff appearances as the Rangers advanced to the Western Conference Finals.

Columbus Blue Jackets

Following his rookie season, Moore commenced the 2010–11 campaign with Columbus's AHL affiliate, the Springfield Falcons. After participating in 47 games there, he received a call-up and made his NHL debut on February 5, 2011, contributing to a 4–3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Moore netted his first NHL goal on October 25, 2011, against Detroit Red Wings goaltender Ty Conklin.

New York Rangers

In the lockout-shortened 2012–13 season, Moore was included in a trade that sent him, Derick Brassard, Derek Dorsett, and a sixth-round draft pick to the New York Rangers. In return, Columbus acquired Marián Gáborík along with prospects Blake Parlett and Steven Delisle on April 3, 2013. Moore scored his initial goal for the Rangers within hours of joining them during a commanding 6–1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Arizona Coyotes

On March 1, 2015, Moore was traded to the Arizona Coyotes together with Anthony Duclair and draft selections in exchange for defensemen Keith Yandle and Chris Summers plus a fourth-round draft pick. Over his span of 19 games with Arizona, Moore recorded one goal and five assists. The Coyotes opted not to extend a qualifying offer to him as a restricted free agent on June 29, resulting in his unrestricted free agency.

New Jersey Devils

Moore agreed to a three-year contract worth $5 million with the New Jersey Devils on July 1, 2015. In December of 2016, during a contest versus the Washington Capitals, he sustained a concussion after being checked into the boards by Capitals forward Tom Wilson. This injury sidelined him for seventeen games before he returned to action on February 12, 2017, facing off against the San Jose Sharks. Moore acknowledged Devils skills coach Pertti Hasanen for encouraging him to push his limits throughout his rehabilitation process.

Boston Bruins

On July 1, 2018, Moore committed to the Boston Bruins with a five-year contract valued at $13.75 million. He referred to this agreement as a "slam dunk" and expressed appreciation for the chance after General Manager Don Sweeney initiated contact. After sustaining an injury, Moore was sent to the Providence Bruins on December 1, 2019, for a conditioning assignment.

After the Bruins were eliminated from the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs, Moore underwent hip arthroscopy along with labral repair surgery. He was placed on waivers on October 9, 2021, and after clearing them, was added to the Bruins' opening night lineup two days later.

Anaheim Ducks

Moore was traded to the Anaheim Ducks on March 19, 2022, alongside Urho Vaakanainen in exchange for Hampus Lindholm. Subsequently, the Ducks attempted to send Moore together with the remaining portion of Ryan Kesler's contract to the Vegas Golden Knights in return for Evgenii Dadonov and a conditional second-round draft pick at the NHL trade deadline on March 21, 2022. This transaction was nullified due to Dadonov's no-trade clause. On March 23, the NHL officially rescinded the trade, resulting in Moore remaining with Anaheim.