As his father and uncle had also played college football in the NCAA, it was expected that Bogosian would follow them in going to university. He alternated between forward and defense throughout minor hockey. Bogosian got his 100th NHL assist on Jan. 16, 2016, against the Washington Capitals. [42][43][44] Zach's father Ike was an athlete when he was younger, playing college football with Syracuse University from 1979 to 1981. All passed away before they could see their grandson lift the Cup. MASSENA, N.Y. Zach Bogosian 's day with the Stanley Cup in July in this tiny hometown included a golf outing, a trip to the local rink and a party on the St. Lawrence River, where the. It wasnt just the chance to hoist the Cup again that made the day exciting for Shattenkirk, his wife, Deanna, and his family. The factory was also a hockey haven. "He's got an edge to him," said Lightning colour analyst Brian Engblom. Sign up for Lightning Strikes, a weekly newsletter from Bolts beat writer Eduardo A. Encina that brings you closer to the ice. [18] Bogosian finished his first professional season with 19 points in 47 NHL games and 1 goal in 5 AHL games as the Thrashers finished out of the playoffs. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. - Premium Design on your profile page (optional) With the Bogosian brothers, Zach and Aaron, it's the opposite. That morning I woke up, I just remember being so excited, and it became real at that point., And it looks like former #GoBolts defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk has been reunited with an old friend, too. He spent the previous four years as Tampa Bay Lightning beat writer for The Athletic after a 12-year-stint at the Tampa Bay Times. He led his team in scoring with 61 points (11 goals, 50 assists), the only defenseman in the league do so;[6] the 50 assists he scored were second in the league among defensemen. Wherever I went, Aaron said. He also visited Iona Prep Lower School, where his mother, Barbara, has taught since 1995; as well as his training gym in Connecticut (Prentiss Hockey Performance). Login Here. A post shared by Zach Bogosian (@zbogosian47). I won this thing. I went down to Boston. Submit changes (incorrect DOB, missing stats, incorrect stats, social media links etc) using a web form and we will review your update request within 24 hours and update accordingly. East 1st Round - Game 6, TOR WINS SERIES 4-2. Statistics of Zach Bogosian, a hockey player from Massena, NY born Jul 15 1990 who was active from 2006 to 2023. I love where I came from because of what its given me in life. United States women's national under-23 soccer team, "Doughty, Bogosian take different approaches to NHL draft", "Thrashers sign Bogosian to muilt-year deal", "Big Bogosian well-prepared for NHL battles", "Steve Stamkos rated No. @nhl Stay tuned, more stops to come. Itll make it sweeter. Checkout the latest stats of Zach Bogosian. I was the small-town kid, and I was like, Holy shit,' Bogosian said. Bogosian said he owes a lot to his brother, Aaron. He cited watching Ottawa 67's games at age nine as a major influence in deciding to play in Canada. Copyright 1999-2020 Lightning Hockey, L.P. and the National Hockey League. They dont really care about you any more, your arms are tired from holding it, but its something Ill always cherish and remember.. Signed as a free agent by Toronto, October 10, 2020. Over a career that spans 15 seasons (with at least 1 NHL GP), he has a total 213 Pts in 783 GP, and 9 playoffs Pts in 54 GP. During the season, he participated in both the OHL All-Star Classic and the CHL Top Prospects Game, an all-star game of prospects from the three leagues in the Canadian Hockey League (Western Hockey League, Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and OHL). Discover Aaron Bogosian's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Hes played for four teams, including the Thrashers, Jets, Sabres and Leafs. But Bogosians first stop was a fitting one: the family factory. tampabaylightning.com is the official Web site of the Tampa Bay Lightning. Jeff Twohey, general manager of the Ontario Hockey Leagues Peterborough Petes, had never heard of Bogosian but got a tip from an agent that he should take a trip to Boston to see him. Childhood friend Matt Hatch said theyd often get in trouble by unrolling carpets, getting some dirty. After spending a year in Toronto, Stanley Cup Champion Zach Bogosian has returned to the Tampa Bay Lightning on a three-year contract with an interesting AAV - $850k. No sense changing it since I knew itd break. Letsgetstarted. As a free agent, Bogosian drew league interest before signing a one-year, $1.3 million contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning on February 23, 2020. If we dont talk, we text. It sounds the same every time, Aaron said, laughing. Hes won a Cup, with the Lightning in 2020. Once you get the opportunity, seize it, make the most of it. Bianca jokes that she has four kids, Zach included, though another baby is on the way, due in June. He followed it up by playing for the United States at the 2009 IIHF World Championship. At Cushing, Bogosian played with Ryan Bourque, son of Hall of Famer Ray Bourque, and thats where he got a big break. It was Aarons first taste of the worlds best league, and his baby brother was ready to initiate him. The contract has a cap hit of $5,142,857. So I couldnt let him get that one on me, so I fired a few at him and sure enough we were ripping shots at each other, laughing. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. Aliu had 18 goals and 26 assists with London and Sudbury of the Ontario Hockey League last season and added two goals in five games with the Rockford IceHogs of the AHL, the Hawks' minor-league affiliate. [14] He was named to the team's opening day lineup, and made his NHL debut in the first game of the season on October 10 against the Washington Capitals. He is a 32 year old defense who was born on Jul. [12], In July 2008, Bogosian attended the Thrashers prospect development camp. Bogosian brought his kids to Amalie Arena on one off day last month and Hunter challenged him to a fight, with the video going viral. Take control of your EliteProspects profile! It was hockey night at the Bogosian house in Massena as Ike and Vicky watched son Zach. That was kind of how I wanted to start my day, to just have a moment with them and show my appreciation for what they did for me, my career and my life.. The contract has a cap hit of $875,000. Bogosian was still out of his comfort zone when it came to the 2008 NHL Draft in Ottawa, which was across the St. Lawrence River from where he grew up. Later on in the game, I went to the net hard and Zach met me there and we were in a scrum and we had a hold of each other and (former Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien) started laughing and said he would pay us to fight. TAMPA At this point in his NHL career, Tampa is exactly where Zach Bogosian wants to be. Theres also a painting of him on the wall. Furio Niclot Doglio . [22] The 10 goals he scored tied a team record for most by a defenseman in a season, first set by Yannick Tremblay in 19992000, the Thrashers' inaugural year. Transferred to Winnipeg after Atlanta franchise relocated, June 21, 2011. @HockeyHallFame pic.twitter.com/sgAWAN25fH, A classy move by a classy organization. - EP Contact Book listing of your profile (optional) Ike talked to Vicky as he drove Aaron home. And there's. I believed in myself, but being in the OHL around top kids, its a different animal. He has previously played for the Atlanta Thrashers, Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres and Toronto Maple Leafs. Already Subscribed? At the Times, he covered the Lightning from 2010-18 and the Tampa Bay Rays and Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2008-13. 1 prospect for NHL draft by NHL Central Scouting", "Real work starts now for draft pick looking to make NHL next season", "Thrashers sign first-round pick Bogosian", "Bogosian won't back down from challenge", "Thrashers Recall D Zach Bogosian from Chicago (AHL)", "THRASHERS 7, PREDATORS 2: Offensive explosion nets 2nd straight win", "Bogosian healthy and ready for a big season", "Bogosian no longer hampered by wrist injury", "JETS, BOGOSIAN AGREE TO NEW TWO-YEAR, $5 MILLION CONTRACT", "Kane, Bogosian dealt to Sabres in eight-player blockbuster deal", "Sabres suspend Zach Bogosian for not reporting to Rochester", "Lightning sign free agent defenseman Zach Bogosian", "Ex-Sabre Zach Bogosian finally appears in playoffs for Tampa Bay", "Bogosian records his first career playoff point", "Lightning finally break through on Korpisalo, win Game 3", "Maple Leafs sign defenceman Zach Bogosian to one-year, $1M contract", "Expectation is that Bogosian will hit market once NHL free agency opens on July 28", "Did Zach Bogosian Leave The Leafs Because Of COVID? Zach was right behind me., I chased him around, Bogosian said. The stories Zach and his brothers heard from their grandfather stuck with them forever. Theres nothing wrong with that. Hed do events with other top projected picks like Stamkos, Doughty and Luke Schenn, including going to a Red Wings game. Three days later, Bogosian was suspended by the Sabres for failing to report to Rochester. We were just like, theyre going to do it again, said Bogosian, who signed with the Maple Leafs as a free agent less than two weeks after winning the Cup with the Lightning. Its chaos all the time., Hunter, like his old man, is always carrying his hockey stick around, asking Bogosian 10 times a day if they can play hockey. If you dont sacrifice and have a vision of what you want to do, youll be here for life. There was a pretty big storm the night of Bogosians Cup Day in Massena, the kind where the power is going out in neighboring towns. We only use official stats. It was hockey night at the Bogosian house in Massena as Ike and Vicky watched son Zach play defense for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He was drafted 3rd overall by the Winnipeg Jets in the 1st round of the 2008 entry draft. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. While Chiltons sons friends were playing, they noticed a pickup truck show up, with Bogosian and his friends. Zach is not the only sibling to do well in his life. I just didnt know where I stood. Drafted 2006, 13 #155 overall by Cedar Rapids Roughriders in the USHL Entry Draft. You dont have to be surrounded by everything to get where you are. The house was quiet. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. BOGO'S BACK! In 2009-10, Bogosian became the second Thrashers defenseman to reach double figures in goals in a season (Yannick Tremblay was the other) when he scored 10 goals and 33 points in 81 games despite playing much of the season with a broken left thumb. The classy people that me and him are, he handed me over a box that was about 20 pounds and I opened my Cup ring in the gas station parking lot, Bogosian said, laughing. [citation needed], Bogosian is married to Boston Breakers and former United States women's national under-23 soccer team midfielder Bianca D'Agostino. Lightning again without Point in G2 vs. Panthers, Leafs sign defenseman Bogosian to 1-year deal, Lightning sign disgruntled Sabres D Bogosian, Sabres put Bogosian on unconditional waivers, Sabres suspend Bogosian for not going to AHL, Sabres put injury-plagued Bogosian on waivers, GM Botterill seeking forward depth for Sabres, Sabres' Bogosian out 5-6 months after surgery, Sabres' Kane expects trade before deadline, Sabres D-man McCabe out after thumb surgery. The Buffalo Sabres, on their way to missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the ninth consecutive season, placed the 12-year defenseman on waivers Feb. 21, with the intention of terminating his contract. After going unclaimed, he was assigned to the Rochester Americans the following day. Bogosian became the youngest person to play for the Thrashers that night at 18 years and 87 days, surpassing Ilya Kovalchuk (18 years, 172 days). Bogosians ring moment was equally memorable, if far from ceremonial. He landed in North Country New York and started work at an aluminum plant. He appeared in all nine games for the team, and recorded one assist, in a game against France, as the Americans finished fourth overall. [21] Even with these setbacks, Bogosian set career highs for games played (81), goals (10), assists (13) and points (23). I can shoot, but I don't have the hands like [Hawks winger] Patrick Kane .". "I'm still doing a lot of flexibility to keep loose and not tighten up," Aliu said. Funny how that works out.'. I never doubted myself, he said. But he still feels like hes a bit misunderstood, the tattooed tough guy image not exactly correct. That part of the state, that part of the world, is very redneck, very American, and I love it, said Bogosian, wearing camouflage crocs and a sweatshirt for our interview. The balloons that Vicky Bogosian set up around the tented stage were blowing away. The wall above his bed in his childhood room has a jersey of his favorite player, Chris Chelios, and another signed one of Stamkos, now a teammate. Bogosian was handed 14 PIM in Sunday's 6-0 defeat versus Carolina. [4] At the conclusion of the season, Bogosian was named one of the five draft-eligible finalists for the Red Tilson Trophy as most outstanding player in the OHL, and was also named to the OHL First All-Star Team as one of the two best defensemen in the league. A post shared by Zach Bogosian (@zbogosian47), Shes the best, he said. For the first time in his 12-year NHL career, he's in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Cult/Star player for Cushing Academy. And I wouldnt want to do it any other way., It just seemed right that we started off the #stanleycup tour with the @TBLightning by visiting Ross Colton first, the guy that scored the 2021 @StanleyCup winning goal. Im a champion.'. But, mostly, Zach was put to work, from age 6, emptying the bright-blue Braun washer, which could hold 600 pounds of mats. The two talk every day, with Aaron now living in Tampa. It made me realize that this is a bond that will be hard to break for a long time.. Columbus Blue Jackets (10-15-2, eighth in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (17-9-1, third in the Atlantic Division) [5] The next season, Bogosian appeared in 60 games for the Petes. [49] Bogosian first began to play defense at the Squirt level (under-10); though he was smaller than most of his peers, he was a good skater. Bogo took less money to. 3 overall) in the. And thats what he did.. Aaron Bogosian was born on 17 January, 1987 in Massena, New York, United States. !We have signed defenseman Zach Bogosian to a three-year contract worth $850,000 AAV.: https://t.co/BZsLaSHXmk pic.twitter.com/EFecW82zIt, Breaking news and weather alerts:Get the free 10 Tampa Bay app, Stay In the Know! - Verification Badge on your profile, Post a scouting report/trivia/player comment in English (visible here), 2008 round 1 #3 overall by Atlanta Thrashers, 2006, 1 #19 overall by Peterborough Petes, 2006, 13 #155 overall by Cedar Rapids Roughriders. Twenty-four seconds into his first shift, Bogosian was called for a holding penalty,[15] while later in the contest, he had a fight with Capitals enforcer Donald Brashear. Im like, Was this what my house was like growing up? Zach Bogosian, 18, is a defenseman for the Atlanta Thrashers while Aaron Bogosian, 22, is showcasing his talents for the Blackhawks during Prospects Camp at Johnny's Ice House this week. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. Mom would be upset.. I wanted to make it.. Bogosian, who re-signed with the Lightning earlier this week, later visited Massena Arena, where he played minor hockey. I'm getting stronger and faster.". Hes got it down pat now, Lightning teammate Ryan McDonagh said. Want more of our free, weekly newslettersinyourinbox? Signed as a free agent by Tampa Bay, July 28, 2021. Its cool to have an environment like that. People see my tattoos, how I play on the ice, the fights, Bogosian said. In 2023-24, Bogosian will earn a base salary of $1,050,000, while carrying a cap hit of $850,000. Since the pandemic caused the Cup to stay in Tampa Bay after last season rather than travel around the world as it would in a normal year, players werent able to share the moment with hometown family and friends. The Bogosian home, with a big B on the arch in front of the porch, has been here for a century. Shattenkirk took the Cup to New Rochelle, N.Y., where he received a key to the city and a proclamation from the mayor, Noam Bramson. (Courtesy of Aaron Bogosian), playing against the likes of Stamkos and John Tavares. It was awesome! Bogosian broke his left leg Oct. 28, 2008, in a game against the Philadelphia Flyers and was out until January. Aaron said. Zach Bogosian signed a 3 year / $2,550,000 contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning, including $2,550,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $850,000. When Bogosian, in a black Lightning polo shirt and shorts, sang the Darius Rucker hit at his Cup party, no one was surprised, especially his wife, Bianca, who was dressed in white, like their three kids: Mila, 6, Hunter, 3, and Harper, 2. He was playing against the likes of Stamkos and John Tavares and was holding his own. He played 67 games for the team and finished with 7 goals and 26 assists for 33 points, which was second on the team in points for both rookies and defensemen. That was tough kind of to see these guys going through that (without you), Shattenkirk said. Ike Bogosian said his grandfather, Stephen, arrived from Armenia as a teenager. Amid playoffs, Lightning's Zach Bogosian celebrates special homecoming with newborn son Cade Bogosian, born right as the second round started, spent two weeks in the neonatal intensive care. I thought he was the coolest guy in the world., A turning point for Bogosian came when he went to Cushing Academy near Boston, Mass. There really wasnt anything to put Massena on the map in the hockey world, so it was cool.. Bringing the Cup here, posing in front of the washers, was a reminder. Three years later, Zach and Aaron would play against each other in an NHL exhibition. Zachary M. Bogosian (born July 15, 1990) is an American professional ice hockey defenceman with the Tampa Bay Lightning of the National Hockey League (NHL). Bogosian wanted to go but didnt want to disappoint his mom, who ran a nearby salon. The strength of the brothers is skating, which they learned taking lessons from a figure skating coach as youngsters in Massena, N.Y. "If your skating is good it will get you somewhere," Aaron said. But as coronavirus restrictions lifted and the Lightning pursued a second straight Cup earlier this summer, Bogosian saw an opportunity: If Tampa Bay successfully defended its championship, he wondered, would players from the previous seasons squad get to have their day with the Cup? There are still puck marks on the wall in B C Cleaning, where one area was designated as the boys shooting area.
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