Barclay Goodrow
Barclay Goodrow is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward who plays center and wing for the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL).[1] Born on February 26, 1993, in Toronto, Ontario, he stands 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighs 210 pounds, and shoots left-handed.[1] Goodrow went undrafted in the NHL but signed as a free agent with the Sharks on March 6, 2014, making his league debut during the 2014–15 season.[1] As of November 2025, Goodrow has appeared in 668 regular-season NHL games, accumulating 177 points (65 goals and 112 assists) along with 746 penalty minutes.[2] He was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning on February 24, 2020, where he contributed to back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 2020 and 2021. He has played a key role in playoff successes throughout his career, including overtime-winning goals in the 2019 playoffs for the Sharks against the Vegas Golden Knights and in 2024 for the Rangers against the Florida Panthers.[1] As a free agent, he joined the New York Rangers in July 2021 on a six-year contract, serving as an alternate captain and providing defensive depth during his tenure there until June 2024.[2] That summer, the Sharks claimed him off waivers from the Rangers on June 19, 2024, reuniting him with his original organization for the 2024–25 season and beyond.[1] Known for his physical play and faceoff prowess (career 50.4% win rate), Goodrow remains a valuable bottom-six forward emphasizing shutdown responsibilities and clutch postseason performances.[1]Early life
Childhood and family background
Barclay Goodrow was born on February 26, 1993, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.[3] He was raised in the nearby town of Aurora, a suburban community in York Region known for its family-oriented environment, parks, and strong sense of local pride.[4] Aurora, with a population of approximately 62,000, offered a supportive setting for young families, blending small-town charm with proximity to urban amenities in the Greater Toronto Area. This community atmosphere, characterized by active neighborhood events and recreational facilities, contributed to Goodrow's early years of exploration and development.[5] Goodrow grew up in an athletic family, with his parents, John and Janice Goodrow, instilling a strong emphasis on sports from a young age.[6] His father, John, had a background in football, playing for three years on the University of Toronto Varsity Blues team.[6] Goodrow's sister, Martha, pursued rugby at the University of Western Ontario, where she excelled as a player for the Western Mustangs women's team, earning recognition for her scoring contributions.[7] The family, including another sister, fostered a competitive yet encouraging household that valued physical activity and perseverance.[8] Before dedicating himself more fully to athletics, Goodrow attended The Country Day School in nearby King City from grades 7 to 10, where he engaged in a balanced academic and extracurricular routine.[9] His early interests extended beyond sports to include soccer, which he played competitively until his mid-teens, reflecting a broad curiosity and team-oriented mindset shaped by his family's influence.[6] These experiences in Aurora's nurturing community helped build his discipline and social skills during his formative years.[10]Youth hockey development
Barclay Goodrow began playing hockey at the age of five in Aurora, Ontario, starting with Optimist hockey as a precursor to organized minor leagues. He progressed to Tyke hockey with the Aurora minor system and spent two years with the Aurora Tigers AA team before advancing to AAA competition. At age ten, Goodrow joined the Richmond Hill AAA program, but it was during his final five years of minor hockey with the York-Simcoe Express that he established himself as a standout player, contributing to three Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) championships between 2005 and 2009.[11][12] Goodrow's development emphasized a physical playing style and strong work ethic, shaped by multi-sport participation and targeted training. He played soccer until age 14 or 15 to build overall athleticism and incorporated boxing for four to five years to enhance his conditioning, agility, and resilience on the ice. Under head coach Maurice Catenacci with the York-Simcoe Express, Goodrow honed these attributes through rigorous team practices that focused on competitive edge and team cohesion, often alongside lifelong friends who reinforced his dedication. His parents played a supportive role in fostering this mindset, instilling values of optimism and perseverance from an early age.[13][14][12] In his Minor Midget season at age 15 with the York-Simcoe Express in the OMHA/Eastern Ontario Tier 1 AAA Minor Midget Hockey League (ETAMMHL), Goodrow faced initial scouting challenges as a late bloomer but quickly drew attention with exceptional performance, finishing second in league scoring with 114 points (67 goals, 47 assists) in 71 games. This breakout year highlighted his physical presence and scoring ability, ranking him sixth all-time in ETAMMHL scoring and earning a silver medal at the 2009-10 Under-17 tournament. These accomplishments led to increased interest from junior scouts, culminating in his selection 17th overall by the Brampton Battalion in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Priority Selection draft that summer.[15][16]Playing career
Junior career
Goodrow was selected by the Brampton Battalion in the first round, 17th overall, of the 2009 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Priority Selection after a standout performance with the York Simcoe Express in minor hockey.[17][18] He began his OHL career with Brampton during the 2009–10 season, appearing in 63 regular-season games and recording 6 goals and 13 assists for 19 points, while accumulating 34 penalty minutes.[18] In the playoffs, he contributed 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists) over 11 games as the Battalion reached the second round.[18] Goodrow showed steady improvement in subsequent seasons; in 2010–11, he tallied 24 goals and 39 points in 65 games, though the team exited early in the postseason with no points from him in 4 playoff appearances.[18] By 2011–12, Goodrow earned the role of alternate captain for Brampton, posting career-best marks at that point with 26 goals, 26 assists, and 52 points in 60 regular-season games, helping the team to a plus-14 rating.[18][19] In the playoffs, he added 2 points (1 goal, 1 assist) across 8 games.[18] His leadership and production peaked in 2012–13 as team captain, where he led Brampton with 38 goals and 52 points in 62 games despite a minus-2 rating; he followed with 5 playoff points (2 goals, 3 assists) in 5 games.[18][19] Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Goodrow was traded to the North Bay Battalion, where he continued as captain and delivered his most productive OHL campaign with 33 goals, 34 assists, and 67 points in 63 games, posting a plus-18 rating.[18][20] In the playoffs, he excelled with 14 goals and 24 points in 22 games, guiding North Bay to the OHL finals, where they fell to the Guelph Storm.[18] Over his five-year OHL tenure (250 regular-season games), Goodrow amassed 94 goals, 68 assists, and 162 points, establishing himself as a physical, two-way forward with strong leadership qualities.[18] On March 6, 2014, following his junior season, he signed a three-year entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks as an undrafted free agent.[21]| Season | Team | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | Playoff GP | Playoff G | Playoff A | Playoff Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–10 | Brampton Battalion | 63 | 6 | 13 | 19 | 34 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2010–11 | Brampton Battalion | 65 | 24 | 15 | 39 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011–12 | Brampton Battalion | 60 | 26 | 26 | 52 | 58 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2012–13 | Brampton Battalion | 62 | 38 | 14 | 52 | 59 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 2013–14 | North Bay Battalion | 63 | 33 | 34 | 67 | 64 | 22 | 14 | 10 | 24 |
San Jose Sharks (first stint)
Goodrow signed with the San Jose Sharks as an undrafted free agent on March 6, 2014, following a standout junior season with the North Bay Battalion in the Ontario Hockey League.[1] He began his professional career with the Sharks' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Worcester Sharks, during the 2014-15 season, appearing in seven games and recording six points (two goals and four assists) along with 11 penalty minutes.[22] His first AHL goal came on April 12, 2015, against the Albany Devils.[22] Goodrow transitioned quickly to the NHL level, making his debut on October 30, 2014, in a 4-3 shootout loss to the Minnesota Wild.[1] He scored his first NHL goal on December 9, 2014, in a 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.[22] In 60 games that rookie season, Goodrow tallied 12 points (four goals and eight assists), establishing himself as a physical presence with 35 penalty minutes and a minus-1 rating.[2] The following year, 2015-16, Goodrow split time between the NHL and AHL's San Jose Barracuda, the Sharks' relocated affiliate. In the AHL, he excelled with 39 points (20 goals and 19 assists) in 57 games, earning selection to the 2016 AHL All-Star Classic as a Pacific Division representative. His performance highlighted his development as a versatile forward capable of contributing offensively in the minor leagues. At the NHL level, limited appearances yielded three assists in 14 games.[2] Goodrow's role expanded in the 2016-17 season, particularly in the AHL, where he posted career highs with the Barracuda: 45 points (25 goals and 20 assists) in 61 regular-season games and 10 points (five goals and five assists) in 15 playoff contests.[22] The Barracuda advanced to the Calder Cup Finals but lost the series 4-1 to the Grand Rapids Griffins.[23] In the NHL, his three games produced one assist, but his AHL success underscored his growing reliability as a two-way player.[2] Over the subsequent seasons through 2019-20, Goodrow solidified a bottom-six forward role with the Sharks, emphasizing defensive responsibilities and penalty-kill duties. In 2017-18, he played 47 games, scoring 14 points (seven goals and seven assists) while logging significant short-handed ice time.[24] His 2018-19 campaign marked a career high in games played (82), with 17 points (seven goals and 10 assists) and 76 penalty minutes, contributing to the team's penalty-kill unit that ranked among the league's better groups.[2] In 2019-20, abbreviated by the COVID-19 pandemic, he recorded 24 points (eight goals and 16 assists) in 62 games, often paired with linemates for physical forechecking and faceoff wins, averaging over 52% in the circle.[2] Goodrow's evolution from prospect to dependable depth player was evident in his consistent deployment on the third and fourth lines, where he prioritized shutdown play and special teams contributions.[25]Tampa Bay Lightning
On February 24, 2020, the Tampa Bay Lightning acquired forward Barclay Goodrow and a third-round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft (originally from the Philadelphia Flyers) from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a first-round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft and forward Anthony Greco.[26] The trade addressed Tampa Bay's need for a physical, versatile bottom-six center capable of penalty killing and faceoff duties.[27] In his first partial season with the Lightning during 2019-20, Goodrow appeared in eight regular-season games, recording two assists while averaging 12:20 of ice time per game, primarily on the fourth line and penalty kill. The following year, in the shortened 2020-21 season, he established himself as a reliable depth contributor, posting 20 points (six goals and 14 assists) in 55 games, with strong defensive metrics including a plus-16 rating and frequent shifts against opponents' top lines. Goodrow's physical presence and faceoff prowess (winning 52.4% of draws) helped stabilize the Lightning's bottom-six forwards amid injuries to key players.[28] Goodrow's value shone brightest in the playoffs, where he played a crucial depth role in the Lightning's back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 2020 and 2021. In the 2020 postseason, he skated in all 25 games, tallying six points (one goal, five assists) and logging significant penalty-kill minutes, including a goal that opened the scoring in Game 4 of the first round against the Columbus Blue Jackets, contributing to a 2-1 victory and shifting series momentum. The following year, limited to 18 games due to injury but returning for the later rounds, he contributed six points (two goals, four assists), highlighted by a go-ahead goal in Game 1 of the second round against the Carolina Hurricanes and an overtime game-winner in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final versus the Montreal Canadiens, helping clinch the series 4-1. His three playoff game-winning goals across the two runs underscored his clutch performance in high-stakes situations. Following the 2020 championship, Goodrow signed a two-year contract extension with the Lightning on October 13, 2020, worth $4.6 million ($2.3 million AAV), securing his role through the 2021-22 season. After repeating as champions in 2021, Tampa Bay traded his signing rights to the New York Rangers on July 17, 2021, for a seventh-round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, allowing Goodrow to depart as an unrestricted free agent and sign a six-year, $21.85 million contract with New York shortly thereafter.New York Rangers
Goodrow joined the New York Rangers on July 17, 2021, when the team acquired his negotiating rights from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a conditional 2022 seventh-round draft pick.[29] Five days later, on July 22, he signed a six-year contract worth $21.85 million, with an average annual value of $3.641667 million.[30] His previous Stanley Cup championships with Tampa Bay positioned him as a valuable veteran addition to the Rangers' bottom-six forwards.[31] From the 2021–22 season through 2023–24, Goodrow filled the role of fourth-line center and a primary penalty killer for the Rangers, logging significant short-handed ice time while providing physicality and faceoff reliability.[32] In his debut 2021–22 campaign, he posted a career-high 13 goals and 33 points over 79 games, helping the team advance to the Eastern Conference Finals, where they fell to Tampa Bay in six games.[33] The following seasons saw steady production, with 11 goals in 2022–23 and four in 2023–24, though his value shone in the playoffs; in the 2023–24 playoffs, he contributed seven points in 16 games, including an overtime winner in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Florida Panthers.[33][34] On June 18, 2024, amid salary cap constraints with three years remaining on his deal, the Rangers placed Goodrow on unconditional waivers.[34] He cleared waivers but was immediately claimed by the San Jose Sharks on June 19, ending his Rangers tenure.[35] Goodrow later expressed unhappiness with the handling of the move, noting he was informed only moments before the waiver announcement.[36]Return to San Jose Sharks
On June 19, 2024, the San Jose Sharks claimed forward Barclay Goodrow off waivers from the New York Rangers, re-acquiring the forward who had previously played his first six NHL seasons with the organization.[35] This move came after the Rangers placed Goodrow on waivers to bypass his 15-team no-trade list, on which the Sharks were reportedly included, leading to initial reluctance from Goodrow, who was not informed of the waiver until the last moment.[25][36] In the 2024-25 season, Goodrow suited up for 77 games with the Sharks, contributing 5 goals and 3 assists for 8 points while logging significant penalty-kill minutes in a bottom-six defensive role.[1] Amid San Jose's rebuild focused on developing young talent, Goodrow emerged as a veteran presence, providing mentorship to emerging players through his experience from two Stanley Cup championships.[37][38] For the 2025-26 season, Goodrow was appointed one of five alternate captains, wearing the "A" for home games alongside rookie Macklin Celebrini, as the Sharks opted against naming a full-time captain to distribute leadership.[39] As of November 19, 2025, he has recorded 0 goals and 1 assist in 18 games, continuing to emphasize his defensive responsibilities and guidance for the team's youthful roster.[40][41]Personal life
Family and personal interests
Barclay Goodrow is married to Madison Goodrow, whom he has been dating since 2018.[42] The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Jones Alexander, in November 2023, prompting Goodrow to miss a New York Rangers game against the Minnesota Wild for the birth.[42] His family provides crucial support amid the demands of his NHL career, with Madison often accompanying him during relocations between teams.[43] During the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, Goodrow and Madison, then his girlfriend, adopted two rescue puppies—collie-retriever mixes originally named Eddie and Tundra, later renamed Norman and Winston—from the Humane Society of Tampa Bay while quarantining in Florida.[44] The high-energy dogs, nicknamed Normie and Winnie, integrated into their routine, offering companionship and levity during the league's pause, though they initially disrupted sleep with frequent nighttime needs.[44] By 2022, the couple had expanded their rescue family to include Harlee, joining Norman and Winston, emphasizing their commitment to fostering and adoption. As of 2025, their rescue dogs include Harlee and Norman.[43][45] The dogs remain central to Goodrow's off-ice life, accompanying him on walks and providing a sense of normalcy.[43] Beyond family, Goodrow pursues video gaming as a hobby, notably participating in the 2020 NHLPA Open Fortnite tournament alongside Tampa Bay teammates Scott Wedgewood and Carter Verhaeghe, which raised funds for charity during the pandemic shutdown.[46] His interests also reflect his Ontario roots, where he grew up playing pond hockey in Aurora near Toronto; this background informs his appreciation for outdoor activities, such as park outings with his dogs in team cities.[43] Goodrow maintains a residence in the Toronto area for offseason family time while basing in San Jose during the season, allowing him to balance professional intensity with personal recharge through these low-key pursuits.[44]Philanthropic activities
Barclay Goodrow has actively participated in NHL Players' Association (NHLPA) charity initiatives, including the 2020 NHLPA Open featuring Fortnite, where he teamed with Tampa Bay Lightning teammates Scott Wedgewood and Carter Verhaeghe to compete in the video game tournament.[46] The event raised $200,000 for player-selected charities supporting COVID-19 relief efforts and community causes.[47] Goodrow supports animal welfare through advocacy for rescue dog adoption, a passion he shares with his wife, Madison, stemming from their experience fostering dogs before adopting their own pets, Harlee and Norman.[43] He promotes adoption publicly, emphasizing the unconditional companionship rescue dogs provide, particularly for athletes facing the pressures of professional sports, and encourages others to consider rescuing via social media awareness.[43] During his time with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Goodrow contributed to community outreach by bringing the Stanley Cup to the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario satellite clinic at Southlake Regional Health Centre in August 2021, visiting young patients and families to offer encouragement after 18 months of pandemic-related isolation.[48] The event, held at the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre, brought joy to pediatric patients, with one describing it as a "big surprise" and hospital leaders noting its uplifting impact on families facing health challenges.[48] With the San Jose Sharks in 2014, Goodrow joined teammates in a buzz cut fundraiser organized by Brent Burns to support military families, shaving his head alongside players like Joe Pavelski and Chris Tierney to raise funds and awareness for service members' causes.[49] Later, upon returning to the Sharks in 2024, he participated in a Sharks Foundation dedication ceremony for a revitalized Tealtop street hockey court at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley's Smythe Clubhouse, providing youth with access to hockey activities.[50] Goodrow has also engaged in mental health advocacy, appearing in the 2023 Shoulder Check Showcase charity hockey game with New York Rangers teammates Adam Fox, Chris Kreider, and Mika Zibanejad to support the #HT40 Foundation, an initiative promoting peer support and awareness among youth.[51]Career statistics
NHL regular season and playoffs
Goodrow made his NHL debut with the San Jose Sharks during the 2014–15 season, establishing himself as a reliable bottom-six forward known for his defensive play and physicality. Over his career, he has appeared in 669 regular-season games across stints with the Sharks, Tampa Bay Lightning, and New York Rangers, accumulating 65 goals, 113 assists, and 178 points, along with a -25 plus/minus rating and 590 penalty minutes as of November 19, 2025.[2] His regular-season performance has shown steady progression in ice time and role, particularly in defensive situations. The following table summarizes his year-by-year regular-season statistics, including games played (GP), goals (G), assists (A), points (PTS), plus/minus (+/-), and penalty minutes (PIM), with team affiliations.| Season | Team | GP | G | A | PTS | +/- | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | SJS | 60 | 4 | 8 | 12 | -1 | 35 |
| 2015–16 | SJS | 14 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 16 |
| 2016–17 | SJS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017–18 | SJS | 47 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 28 |
| 2018–19 | SJS | 82 | 7 | 10 | 17 | 4 | 76 |
| 2019–20 | SJS/TBL | 70 | 8 | 18 | 26 | -8 | 97 |
| 2020–21 | TBL | 55 | 6 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 52 |
| 2021–22 | NYR | 79 | 13 | 20 | 33 | 13 | 69 |
| 2022–23 | NYR | 82 | 11 | 20 | 31 | 3 | 58 |
| 2023–24 | NYR | 80 | 4 | 8 | 12 | -13 | 78 |
| 2024–25 | SJS | 77 | 5 | 3 | 8 | -37 | 75 |
| 2025–26* | SJS | 20 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -4 | 6 |
| Season | Team | GP | G | A | PTS | +/- | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–18 | SJS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018–19 | SJS | 20 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 22 |
| 2019–20 | TBL | 25 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 16 |
| 2020–21 | TBL | 18 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 26 |
| 2021–22 | NYR | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
| 2022–23 | NYR | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 29 |
| 2023–24 | NYR | 16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 12 |