His path to success was littered with obstacles right from the start. In the first round of the 2010 playoffs, the Senators lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins four games to two. We had a really good combination of a pure goal scorer, a pure playmaker and then I contributed a little bit of everything, says Alfredsson. It definitely wasnt an easy decision.. But I dont think its anything beyond that. Spezza spent five seasons in Dallas and once again, he seemed to elevate his play during the postseason. Check the net and the let the debates begin. Dany Heatley at left wing Jason Spezza at centre They were originally known as the CASH Line, because it was an acronym for Captain Alfredsson, Spezza and Heatley - and because they were money in big situations. Well, we were so good those first five games, he couldnt break us up. To see some of the classic games on TV, we had a real chemistry that I don't think you can teach.". There is always a reason why these things happen. He registered two goals and three assists in five games before a back injury sidelined him. I think the way we played the game at the time was a very defensive-style game, Alfredsson recalled. 2 by the Senators. Web11 Dany Heatley Jason Spezza pictures. After the season had concluded, it was revealed that Heatley had been battling multiple injuries during the season, and especially during the playoffs. In the 2016 playoffs, Spezza collected 13 points in 13 games before a heartbreaking Game 7 loss to St. Louis in the second round. It was less of a trade demand and more of a request, but Murray granted those wishes by sending Spezza to the Dallas Stars on July 1, 2014. Its something I took very seriously, being the captain especially on a Canadian team and somewhere I had been for a long time. Apparently, one of the players on the Ottawa Senators had slept with Heatley's fiancee. He scored four points as Canada was defeated in the quarter-finals by Slovakia. If you talk to guys who played on those teams, we had some big arguments amongst ourselves and Heater would always tell me how open he was and I'd get back to him that if he was open, I would have passed to him. The shootout goal did not, however, count towards his regulation total of four, leaving him tied for the record. '"[20], Trading Heatley was a challenge due to his large contract, a contract that was to pay him approximately $7.6 million for the upcoming 200910 season, and few other NHL teams possessed the available salary cap space to accommodate it. 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[18] However, Spezza's poor defensive play and costly turnovers in that series resulted in him being booed by fans at Scotiabank Place, and the following off-season was rife with speculation that he would be traded. I tracked down Dany Heatley & Daniel Alfredsson to chat about Jason Spezza. Is it rumor? He remained injury-free and finished fourth in league scoring, earning consideration for the Hart Memorial Trophy. [25] Spezza ultimately missed the remainder of the regular season and the first round of the 2013 playoffs. It was just perfect, explains Heatley. However, Head Coach Todd McLellan revealed that Heatley had been playing the entire playoffs with a torn groin muscle. Since arriving in Ottawa from the Marin Hossa trade, Heatley had appeared in 208 consecutive Senators games, until suffering a separated shoulder on January 12, 2008, in a collision with Detroit Red Wings forward Dallas Drake, sidelining him for 11 games. Many of his then-current and past teammates were in attendance, including Ray Emery, Antoine Vermette, Brendan Bell, Chris Phillips and Chris Neil, as well as Senators owner Eugene Melnyk. And you know, I wont be surprised if my grandkids are talking about him as a phenomenal general manager. Heatley was born in Freiburg to Karin and Murray Heatley, where his father played professional hockey. Hossa had just re-signed with the Senators after protracted and often contentious negotiations. If that's the case, it sort of makes sense that he didn't go to the wedding but it doesn't make sense that the wedding still continued. Heatley pleaded guilty to second-degree vehicular homicide, driving too fast for conditions, failure to maintain a lane and speeding. Two years later, he modelled clothing for stores Woolco and Kmart.[3]. It just took a little adjustment for everybody involved.. And indeed, Senators' star Jason Spezza wed Jennifer Snell on Saturday at Notre Dame Basilica on Sussex Drive with a bevy on curious onlookers waiting outside. What I do remember is (Sheldon Souray) trying to step up and hit him big and Spezz just made him look silly, said Heatley. That wouldnt surprise me one bit, says Alfredsson. [42] Heatley helped lead Team Canada to an 80 win in the first game of the 2010 Olympic tournament by scoring two goals. Spezza immediately forged a connection with Heatley, who registered the only 50-goal campaigns in franchise history in 2005-06 and 2006-07. Then, as it turns out, Spezza was the guy who did the deed and now the two close friends are not close. 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This was unpopular with Atlanta fans, particularly as Snyder's father Graham noted that Heatley owed much to the Thrashers' organization that had particularly been extremely supportive of him during his trial and ordeal. [55], Spezza wed his girlfriend, Jennifer Snell, in Ottawa on July 25, 2009. "I hadn't played much with Alfie before - Todd White kinda played with Alfie in my early years," Spezza said. Playing minor hockey in the Alberta Midget Hockey League (AMHL) for the Calgary Buffaloes, Heatley tallied 91 points in 36 games in 199798 to earn the Harry Allen Memorial Trophy as the league's top scorer. WebHaving traded centres Radek Bonk and Todd White off-season, the Senators started Spezza on the first line between Dany Heatley and rookie Brandon Bochenski, who was In the 200203 season Heatley emerged as an NHL star, recording 41 goals and 89 points in 77 games and finishing ninth overall in league scoring. The player who was once thought to be too nonchalant and careless in his own zone was now trusted to be on the ice to protect the lead in the final minute of a playoff game. [7], Heatley made a spectacular start with his new team, registering points in the first 22 games of the 200506 season, breaking Marin Hossa's previous franchise record of 13 consecutive games. When he made his World Junior debut in 2000, he became the third 16-year-old in history to make the team, after Wayne Gretzky and Eric Lindros. That's hard for a coach to accept. But I dont remember passing it to him.. And he kind of always had an idea where I was, added Heatley. The 19-year-old delivered, assisting on Martin Havlats game-winning goal in the third period and then adding an insurance marker of his own to keep the Senators hopes alive. It was awesome to watch. [49] The suit, launched at the Ontario court in Ottawa, alleges Phillips felt he was misled by McAlpine and has not been able to recover monies invested. [2] He went on to lead the Buffaloes to the bronze medal at the 1998 Air Canada Cup, where he finished as both Top Scorer and Tournament MVP. I was kind of rooting for Toronto because of him, Daniel Alfredsson admitted to The Athletic Sunday evening. In 2008, he surpassed Marcel Dionne as Canada's all-time leader in goals and Steve Yzerman as the all-time leader in points for the World Championships. As a junior, Spezza represented Canada's national junior team three consecutive years. (Craig Melvin / NHLI via Getty Images). [51], At the 2015 World Championships, where Canada won the gold medal for the first time since 2007 with a perfect 100 record, Spezza was named best forward and a member of the all-star team; he was the tournament's leading scorer. He earned a silver medal, losing to Russia in the gold medal game. Spezza played his first full NHL season with the Senators in 200304 and scored 22 goals and 55 points in 78 games. And I dont know if Spezza had played a ton of defence before joining us. [4] At age 15, Spezza began his major junior career in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Brampton Battalion in 199899, under a rule permitting the then-underage player to play on his hometown team. Heatley signed with German club, the Thomas Sabo Ice Tigers of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) on September 17, 2015. Spezza played 19 career seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 2002 to 2022, and is currently a part of the Toronto Maple Leafs' front office. I think hes got a lot of years involved in hockey going forward., (Top photo of Daniel Alfredsson, Dany Heatley and Jason Spezza in Gothenburg, Sweden in 2008: Andre Ringuette / NHLI via Getty Images). The Pizza Line reached its pinnacle in the spring of 2007, with the three Ottawa linemates finishing at Nos. Originally drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers second overall in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, Dany won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the top NHL rookie in 2002. Spezza, who turned 35 this summer, was a hockey hero for more than a handful of his current teammates. "[44] Spezza's loyalty to his hometown Maple Leafs factored into his decision, stating that he believed that it was best for the on-ice product for him to retire and open opportunity for young offensive players. And the attacks are all personal stuff, about his character", Molloy lamented, adding that "Nobody mentions that this is a guy who gives up a month of his summer every year to play for Team Canada." Im just proud of him for that. Every day, every practice, every game was fun. Alfredsson could see that Spezza was ready to buy into the team concept and take his game to the next level. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. In 2008-09, the Senators opted for a defensive mindset under Craig Hartsburg, whose tactical approach seemed to stifle the creative genius of Spezza and his linemates. [54] He also contributes to Ronald McDonald House Charities. On December 2, 2010, in his first return to Ottawa, Heatley was frequently booed. One of my favourite goals, which nobody else will remember, was there was a shot from the point that went up high in the air. Spezza played for the Toronto Marlboros in 1997, recording 114 points in 54 games. The ceremony took place at Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica and the reception was held across the street at the National Gallery of Canada. Spezza appeared in six of the Senators seven pre-season games that fall, a sure sign that management wasnt quite sold on his NHL readiness just yet. Martin was replaced behind the bench by Bryan Murray, who seemed more open to playing a style that might suit Spezzas offensive creativity. [11] However, he played the majority of the season in the AHL with Ottawa's new affiliate, the Binghamton Senators, and was called-up regularly to replace injured Ottawa players. In the playoffs, Spezza saved an elite performance for a pivotal Game 5 at Madison Square Garden. "Certainly, (talking with Clouston) behind the scenes would be a lot more effective, and trying to work through it. Alfredsson recalls that coaches would often break up the trio to try and spread the offensive wealth, only to return to the formula that usually led to success. Heatley's next appearance came in 2007, where he played on a line with former SC Bern teammates Daniel Brire and Marin Hossa and got a goal and two assists in a 129 loss to the Western Conference. I mean, thats how silky his hands are.. I think he really started believing in himself. "[36] However, Spezza was scratched for Toronto's opening night game against his former team, the Ottawa Senators, in a highly criticized move by Toronto's head coach Mike Babcock. Check out the latest pictures, photos and images of Jason Spezza and Dany Heatley. While other high draft picks like Heatley, Ilya Kovalchuk and Rick Nash were afforded the ability to make youthful mistakes with bottom-dwelling franchises, Spezza was expected to have a refined and polished 200-foot game to help a championship-calibre Ottawa team. The first is that Heatley slept with Spezza's wife. Heatleys first assist on a Spezza goal produced one of the most exhilarating and memorable goals in Senators history. He also led the team in shots on goal with 24. So I was disappointed with how my one year as captain went, but thats hockey and you learn from it, Spezza said after the trade in 2014. I didnt just wake up one day and decide I wanted to ask for a trade. After a lockout delayed the start of the 2012-13 campaign, Spezza suffered a back injury that required surgery limiting him to only five regular-season games. Dany Heatley and Daniel Alfredsson reflect on Jason Spezzas time with Senators By Ian Mendes May 30, 2022 30 Long before they connected to become two [9] During the summer of 2001, Spezza passed on an invitation to the Canadian junior team's summer camp because he said he wanted to prepare for his first NHL camp. Spezza contributed to all of his team's goals for a career-high six-point game. Several fans who attended the game held up their #15 Heatley jerseys with certain letters covered up, so the name plate would spell out the word "H-A-T-E". Catalyzed by a rejuvenated offence, Ottawa finished the season with the best record in the Eastern Conference and the second-best in the league. If you were expecting it at today's press conference, I have some land in Florida to sell you. However, Heatley and the Senators would not make a second run for the Cup and were swept in four games. [15] Wingers Alfredsson and Heatley both finished tied for fourth in league scoring with 103 points, while Spezza tallied 90 points despite an injury-shortened 68-game season. Heatley ended up with a prime seat for Spezzas spectacular goal, one that is often top-of-mind for Senators fans when discussing the most spectacular goals in regular-season history. Heatley himself sneaked back into Scotiabank Place, avoiding the cameras and throng of media awaiting some clarification regarding his desire to leave Ottawa. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. In the lock-out-shortened 201213 season, Heatley recorded 11 goals and 10 assists in 36 games with Minnesota. One month later, it was revealed that Heatley's former Senators teammate Chris Phillips was also initiating a $7.5 million suit against Stacey McAlpine to recover lost money as a result of bad real estate deals. On July 3, 2011, Heatley was traded to the Minnesota Wild for Martin Havlt, his former teammate with Ottawa. [4], In August 2012, it was revealed that Heatley had filed an $11 million lawsuit against his longtime agent and business adviser Stacey McAlpine, McAlpine's parents Gerald and Eugenia, and several companies. If I was the owner of the Senators, I'd be calling my manager in and saying 'why don't guys want to play here anymore? As a freshman, he was named to the WCHA first All-Star team and NCAA West Second All-American Team, in addition to earning WCHA Rookie of the Year honours. [48], Despite his success with the national team in the two previous World Championships, as well as being named a reserve for the 2006 Olympic team, Spezza was left off Canada's initial summer camp roster in preparation for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Jason Rocco Anthony Spezza (born June 13, 1983) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre. Spezza, Heatley, and Alfredsson each finished the spring with 22 points in 20 games. Check out the latest pictures, photos and images of Dany Heatley and Jason Spezza. [22][23] Spezza was ultimately not a finalist for the award, finishing sixth in voting. 1-2-3 in Stanley Cup playoff scoring with 22 points apiece. Despite trading in Heatley and Alfredsson for Milan Michalek and Colin Greening, Spezza was able to produce 84 points ranking fifth in the entire league. Flames staying patient with top prospect Pelletier, Leafs aim to frustrate expert agitator Tkachuk, Keefe keeps Matthews, Marner apart despite Saturday spark, Jason Spezza Dany Heatley Daniel Alfredsson Ottawa Senators. Is it a story that's built on leaky paper mache? Spezza, who has maintained a relationship with Heatley, hopes that one day fans in Ottawa will focus on Heatley's contributions to the team, rather than on his exit. The Pizza Line era was officially over in Ottawa. When asked to recall some of his favourite passes from Spezza, Heatley pointed to an obscure goal he wasnt even sure of the opponent in which the chemistry with his centreman was on full display. And Alfredsson believes that at some point down the road, Spezza will likely have the opportunity to construct his own roster at the top of a teams hockey operations department. "I didnt think there was any chance. Further complicating matters was the partial no-trade clause in Heatley's contract which limited the number of teams Ottawa could negotiate a potential deal with. Heatley also added an assist for a game-high five points and was named the All-Star Game MVP. However, during a game against the San Jose Sharks in April, an altercation with former teammate Marc-douard Vlasic dislocated Heatley's left shoulder, requiring surgery that ended his season. His first appearance in the All-Star Game was in 2003, where he scored four goals, tying a single-game All-Star record (held by four other players, including Wayne Gretzky). The injury occurred in a game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on January 27. The first thing he said to us was, Youre not going to play together all the time. Long before they connected to become two-thirds of the most prolific scoring line in Ottawa Senators franchise history, Dany Heatley vividly recalls learning about Jason Spezza. Spezza was born on June 13, 1983, in Mississauga, Ontario. So I think we were all hungry.. Just a phenomenal career.. In his playoff debut on May 21, 2003, Spezza assisted on the game-winning goal in Game 3. Much of that was due to the success of the Pizza Line. [25][26], The 201314 season saw Heatley's production decline dramatically, as he recorded only nine goals and 19 points in his first 55 games. ", "Dany Heatley heads to Germany, signs 1-year deal with Thomas Sabo Ice Tigers", "Harry Allen Memorial Trophy - Top Scorer", "Is playing without a visor worth the risk? During the 200405 NHL lock-out, Heatley initially played for the Swiss team SC Bern. Although many people might find it odd that Dany Heatley is still requesting a trade - or that he ever demanded one originally - but once you realize this is a very Chris Pronger-like (Edmonton Oilers) situation, it starts to make more sense. They went to the (2007 Stanley Cup) finals. Updated: December 02, 2010 At the end of the season, Heatley was selected, along with Alfredsson, to the second All-Star team. [4] "I was surprised at it, but I understood it", Atlanta Thrashers' GM Don Waddell said of Heatley's desire to leave Atlanta in the aftermath of Dan Snyder's death. Entering the 2001 NHL Entry Draft having been named the Top CHL Prospect,[8] Spezza was drafted second overall by the Ottawa Senators, after Ilya Kovalchuk was selected by the Atlanta Thrashers. The Sharks were eliminated in the 2010 Conference Finals as, with Dany Heatley in the penalty box, the Chicago Blackhawks scored the game-winning goal, sweeping the series. In 201112, Spezza was named as a permanent alternate captain for the Senators. Spezza would soon convert many of his critics by putting together arguably his most dominant and well-rounded season in 2011-12. [39] Heatley managed three points in six games as Canada, defending its 2002 gold medal, was eliminated in the quarter-finals by Russia. Spezza assumed the captaincy for the 2013-14 season, but his relationship with MacLean seemed to have cooled. Heatley was given MVP, Best Forward and All-Star team honours. It enables me to continue to follow my passion; learn and live new experiences within the game I love. "I look back at my four years in Ottawa with nothing but good memories. Playing in the American Hockey League (AHL) in 200405 due to the NHL lockout, he won the Les Cunningham Award as league MVP with the Binghamton Senators. [33], Heatley has been voted into the NHL All-Star Game five times, and played in four of them, most recently in 2009. He also competed in three Stanley Cup playoff games with Ottawa during his rookie season, helping the team in its 2003 playoff run to the Eastern Conference Finals. Hes always had a phenomenal hockey mind. Anaheim Ducks and Florida Panthers (20142015), By Associated Press, San Jose Mercury News. My next conversation with him will be away from the emotion of playoff time to see what we can do and what we have to do.. [5], In his first game for the Senators, against the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 5, 2005, Heatley played with Jason Spezza and Brandon Bochenski, but when the Senators were down with five minutes to go, Daniel Alfredsson, who replaced Bochenski, scored the tying goal. I thought that maybe he had one more year left in him, but Im happy for him. That made us feel pretty good.. I remember being in junior high school, walking home one day and reading The Hockey News with his face on the cover. Jason Spezza for Dany Heatley? As 200506 was the first year that the NHL implemented the shootout, Heatley became the second player to score in an NHL shootout, scoring against Leafs goalie Ed Belfour, after Alfredsson. His 71 assists established a team single-season record and was second in the league behind Joe Thornton of the San Jose Sharks (96 assists). Try a week on us. Spezza finished with one goal and six assists for seven points in the six games. [56], The couple have four daughters. The line was consistently among the highest-scoring in the NHL after its formation in 200506, with the trio combining for a total of 296 points that season. He scored 24 points in only 16 games before an errant puck struck his left eye and broke his orbital bone. And in one motion, he just took the puck as soon as it landed and gave it to me in the slot. [21], At the end of the 201011 season, Spezza was named an interim alternate captain for Ottawa after the team traded away Mike Fisher. On November 20, Heatley recorded his second hat-trick in as many months, as he scored three times from passes from teammate Joe Thornton in a 63 win against the Philadelphia Flyers. 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