Dylan Cozens

Player Information

Dylan Cozens is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre for the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on February 9, 2001, in Whitehorse, Yukon, he was selected seventh overall in the 2019 NHL entry draft by the Buffalo Sabres. Cozens, known as 'The Workhorse from Whitehorse,' made history as the first player from the Yukon to be a first-round NHL draft pick. With a strong junior career, including notable achievements with the Lethbridge Hurricanes, Cozens entered the NHL and quickly established himself as a promising center, now contributing to the Ottawa Senators.
Full Name :
Dylan Cozens
Birthdate :
9 February 2001
Birthplace :
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Gender :
Male
Height (cm) :
191
Weight (kg) :
83
Nationality :
Canada
Parents :
Mike Cozens (Father), Sue Bogle (Mother)
Career Started :
2021
Current Team :
Ottawa Senators
Previous Teams :
Buffalo Sabres (From 2020, To 2025)
Drafted :
2019
Drafted by :
Buffalo Sabres
Active Status :
From - 2021, To - Present

Biography

Dylan Cozens is a professional NHL player, drafted 7th in total by the Buffalo Sabres in 2019. He moved to the Ottawa Senators following a trade in 2025. Known for his scoring skill, Cozens recorded 213 points in 444 games, including 188 points in the 2024-25 season alone. His path began in Alberta, influenced by family support and a strong commitment to hockey. Uncover the details of his early life and career accomplishments.

Early Life

Dylan Cozens developed a passion for hockey early in his childhood and, at the age of 14, made the major decision to move to Alberta in pursuit of better opportunities for his hockey career.

He honed his skills by playing in the Alberta Junior Hockey League before joining the Lethbridge Hurricanes in the Western Hockey League (WHL). His impressive performance with the Hurricanes caught the attention of NHL scouts, setting the stage for his future in professional hockey.

Remarkably, he also represented Team Canada at the U-18 World Championship in 2019 and achieved great success by winning a gold medal at the 2020 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, where he served as co-captain in the 2021 tournament.

Family Life

Dylan Cozens attributes much of his success in hockey to the steadfast support of his family, particularly his father, who instilled in him the values of resilience and a strong work ethic.

Leaving home at the young age of 14 to further his hockey career, Cozens has always prioritized the importance of family bonds.

His close relationship with teammate Drake Batherson is a reflection of this, as Batherson welcomed him into his home following Cozens’ trade to the Ottawa Senators.

This friendship among teammates highlights the significance of support systems in Cozens’ life and career.

Career

Dylan Cozens, selected 7th in total by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, has established himself as a notable player in the league.

With a total of 444 NHL games under his belt, he has recorded 213 points, comprising 131 goals and 82 assists. Following his trade to the Ottawa Senators on March 7, 2025, Cozens made an immediate impact, contributing 9 points in just 12 games.

During the 2024-25 season, he displayed his skills by playing all 82 games, amassing an impressive 188 points, including 139 goals and 49 assists.

Over his five seasons in the NHL, Cozens has maintained a solid average of 0.8 points per game and achieved a career-adjusted point shares total of 7.0, highlighting his consistent performance and value on the ice.

Net Worth

As of now, there is no publicly available information regarding Dylan Cozens’ net worth, which remains undisclosed.

Furthermore, specific contract details, including his salary, have not been revealed, making it challenging to provide an accurate financial standing for him.