- Source of Wealth: Ice Hockey
- Age: 32
- Birth Place: Madison, Wisconsin
- Height: 6′ 0″ (183 cm)
- Weight: 202 lbs (92 kg)
- Marital Status: Single
- Full Name: Philip Joseph Kessel, Jr
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: October 2, 1987
- Occupation: Professional Ice Hockey Player (Right Wing)
- Education: University of Minnesota
- Children: None
American professional ice hockey player has an estimated net worth of $59 million.
Phil Kessel started his career when he joined the AAA Madison Capitols from 2001-2003. During the 2003-2004 season, he played for the United States National Team Development Program U17 and U18 squad.
He received a sports scholarship at University of Minnesota, and played with the Golden Gophers for one season. Kessel was named as the WCHA Rookie of the Year. In 2006, he was chosen as the 5th overall pick by the Boston Bruins during the NFL Draft. He was diagnosed with testicular cancer while with the team, and received the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. After a year, he played at the 2007 NHL YoungStars Game. He was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2009.
Philip Joseph Kessel, Jr. was born on October 2, 1987 in Madison, Wisconsin.