Devon Toews family

Last Modified Feb 5, 2025 06:48 GMT
Devon Toews family
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Devon Toews is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman, playing for the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL. Drafted 108th overall by the New York Islanders in 2014, Toews played collegiate hockey at Quinnipiac University, where he earned All-ECAC Hockey Second Team honors. After turning professional, he started in the AHL before making his NHL debut with the Islanders in 2018, eventually helping them reach the playoffs.

In 2020, Toews was traded to the Colorado Avalanche, where he became a key player alongside Cale Makar. He played a critical role in Colorado's Stanley Cup victory in 2022. Recognized for his strong defensive play, Toews signed a seven-year, $50.75 million contract extension in October 2023, securing his place with the Avalanche through the 2024-25 season.

Devon Toews' family origin

According to the Anabaptist World, Devon Toews' family originates from the Chortitza Mennonite settlement in Ukraine. His grandfather, John Toews, was born there before the family migrated. In 1948, they moved to Paraguay and later to Bolivia in 1953. Seven of John Toews' children, including Devon's father Werner Toews, were born in Bolivia.

Who are Devon Toews’ parents?

According to the Anabaptist World, Devon Toews’ parents are Werner and Tammy Toews. His father, Werner, was born in Bolivia after the Toews family migrated there from Paraguay. The family’s origins trace back to the Chortitza Mennonite settlement in Ukraine. Devon’s grandparents eventually moved to Paraguay in 1948 and then to Bolivia in 1953. In 1971, the family immigrated to Canada, where Werner settled and started his family.

Tammy Toews, Devon’s mother, raised him in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. Devon grew up in a Mennonite Brethren community and attended the Mennonite Educational Institute for both his elementary and secondary education. The Toews family attended Northview Community Church.

Devon Toews’ siblings

Devon Toews has one brother named Nolan Toews. They were raised in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

Who is Devon Toews’ wife?

According to reports, Devon Toews is married to Kerry Wetzelberger. The couple got engaged in 2018 and later married in October 2020.

Devon Toews’ kids

According to sources, Devon Toews and Kerry Wetzelberger have two children. The couple have a son, Bennett, born in 2021, and a daughter, Baylah Rose, born in December 2022.

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