Matty Beniers is an American ice hockey player who was drafted by the Seattle Kraken in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. Born on November 5, 2002, in Hingham, Massachusetts.
Beniers is a centre known for his strong two-way play, excellent skating ability, and high hockey IQ. Prior to being drafted, he played for the University of Michigan Wolverines in the NCAA.
Beniers entered the 2021 NHL Entry Draft as one of the consensus top prospects and was ultimately selected second overall by the Seattle Kraken, becoming the expansion team’s first-ever draft selection.
As a top prospect, Beniers is expected to make a significant impact in the NHL and contribute to the success of the Seattle Kraken. On January 5, 2023, Beziers was named to the 2023 NHL All-Star Game.
Matty Beniers Age: How old is Matty Beniers?
Matty Beniers was born on November 5, 2002, therefore, he is currently 20 years old as of April 2023.
Beniers was born and raised in Hingham, Massachusetts, where he first learned to skate and play hockey.
Beniers scored 10 goals and had 13 assists in 42 games during the 2018–19 season, his first with the USA Hockey National Team Development Program of the USHL.