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Connor Dewar was born in The Pas, Manitoba. He is one of the NHL’s few players of Red River Métis heritage. Jordin Tootoo is possibly the best-known Métis player in modern NHL history.
Tootoo played right wing for a number of NHL clubs, including the Nashville Predators, Detroit Red Wings, and New Jersey Devils.
Transitioning to the professional ranks, Dewar joined the Iowa Wild in the AHL for the 2019-20 season.
There he continued to develop his game with 19 points in 52 games. His progress revved up during the 2020-21 season. He scored 23 points in 32 games with Iowa, showcasing his scoring touch at the AHL level.
Dewar Moves from the Minnesota Wild to the Maple LeafsDewar made his NHL debut with the Minnesota Wild during the 2021-22 season, playing in 35 games and contributing six points.
He also gained valuable playoff experience. His role expanded significantly in the 2022-23 season. He became a regular, playing in 81 games and putting up 18 points. He was starting to demonstrate his ability to contribute consistently in the NHL.
Dewar’s Early Hockey Journey Dewar began his hockey journey with the Everett Silvertips in the WHL.
There he showed his scoring prowess and grit over four seasons. Dewar was selected by the Minnesota Wild in the third round of the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. His junior career was highlighted by a breakout season in 2017-18. That season he scored 68 points in 68 games and added 26 points in 22 playoff appearances.
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