Dylan Cozens

Dylan Cozens, born on February 9, 2001, and known as the "Workhorse from Whitehorse," is a Canadian professional ice hockey center for the Buffalo Sabres in the NHL. Selected seventh overall by the Sabres in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, Cozens holds the distinction of being the first player from Yukon to achieve the status of a first-round Western Hockey League (WHL) draft pick, a first-round NHL draft pick, and a member of the Canada men's national junior ice hockey team.

Cozens made his NHL debut with the Sabres in the 2020–21 season, overcoming challenges such as time in COVID-19 protocols and two upper-body injuries during his rookie year. In the subsequent season, he transitioned from playing on the wing to his natural center position, filling a role vacated by Sam Reinhart and Jack Eichel.

Dylan Cozens' Personal Information

Dylan Cozens’ Early Life

Dylan Cozens, born on February 9, 2001, in Whitehorse, Yukon, is the son of Mike Cozens and Sue Bogle. His early exposure to hockey came at the age of three when his father built a backyard ice rink, setting the stage for his skating and ice hockey journey.

Growing up in Whitehorse with limited hockey players, Cozens often faced older opponents, and at 12, he endured a leg injury in a house league game. This incident prompted his family to seek opportunities outside Whitehorse, leading Cozens to move to British Columbia at 14 to join the Delta Hockey Academy.

During Delta's 2015–16 season, Cozens displayed his skills with 19 goals and 31 points in 25 regular season games, along with five goals and six points in three postseason games. He excelled in the 2016 John Reid Memorial Bantam Tournament, leading all players with nine goals and 15 points in six games. Cozens also honed his abilities with the Prince George Cariboo Cougars in the BC Hockey Major Midget League to further develop in the minor ice hockey circuit.

Dylan Cozens’ Personal Life

Dylan Cozens was born to parents Mike Cozens and Sue Bogle. His family also consists of his siblings Connor and Luke Cozens. Dylan is the oldest child.

Cozens maintains a private personal life and is active on Instagram (@dylan.cozens). Other than this, nothing is known about Dylan Cozens' personal life.

Dylan Cozens' Family Background

Dylan Cozens, born on February 9, 2001, hails from Whitehorse, Yukon, and is the son of legal specialists Mike Cozens and Sue Bogle. The Cozens family played a crucial role in Dylan's early hockey development, with his father building a backyard ice rink where Dylan learned to skate and play hockey from the age of 3. Despite facing challenges, including breaking his leg at 12 in a game against older opponents, Dylan's family supported his decision to play with his age group outside Whitehorse.

Mike and Sue, both experienced lawyers, expressed pride as Dylan joined the Canada men's national junior ice hockey team and won gold at the 2020 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships. Dylan, the oldest of three siblings, has two younger brothers, Connor (18) and Luke (15), with whom he grew up playing hockey in the backyard rink.

Dylan Cozens’ Girlfriend

Dylan Cozens has kept his romantic life private. Despite mentioning attending a high school baseball game with his girlfriend in 2016, Cozens has not disclosed her name or identity. His commitment to privacy reflects his desire to maintain a discreet personal life and focus on his successful career.

Dylan Cozens' Kids

As of 2024, Dylan Cozens does not have any children.

Dylan Cozens' Social Media

Dylan Cozens is active on Instagram with the username @dylan.cozens, boasting 61.4k followers. On his Instagram account, he shares insights into his hockey life, providing glimpses of his professional journey and experiences on and off the ice.

Dylan Cozens’ Net Worth

As for Dylan Cozens' net worth, it is estimated to be approximately $2 million (as of 2024), with potential growth expected over the coming years based on his promising career and significant contract worth $42.6 million.

Dylan Cozens as a Brand Ambassador

Dylan Cozens has not signed any brand ambassador deals with any brand. Nor has he signed any endorsement deals.

Dylan Cozens' Investments

Details about Dylan Cozens' investments are not publicly disclosed.

Dylan Cozens' Career Stats

Dylan Cozens' career stats showcase his progression from the BCMML's Cariboo Cougars to the WHL's Lethbridge Hurricanes, accumulating notable figures such as 38 goals and 47 assists in the 2019–20 season. Transitioning to the NHL with the Buffalo Sabres in 2020–21, he steadily increased his impact, reaching a career-high 31 goals and 68 points in the 2022–23 season. Though still early in his NHL journey, Cozens has already contributed significantly, accumulating 119 points over 201 games, displaying his potential as a dynamic and promising player (stats as of the 2022-23 season).

Dylan Cozens' Achievements

Dylan Cozens has earned several accolades throughout his career, including the WHL's Jim Piggott Memorial Trophy in 2018 and being a participant in the CHL Canada/Russia Series in 2018 and 2019. He served as Team Cherry’s captain in the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in 2019 and was named to the Eastern Conference First All-Star Team in 2020.

Internationally, Cozens has made significant contributions, earning a spot on the IIHF World Junior Championship Tournament All-Star Team in 2021. His achievements with Team Canada include winning a gold medal at the 2020 World Junior Championships in the Czech Republic, a silver medal in 2021 in Canada, and a silver medal at the 2022 World Championships in Finland. Additionally, he secured a gold medal at the 2018 Hlinka Gretzky Cup in Alberta and a silver medal at the 2017 World U-17 Hockey Challenge in British Columbia.

Nonetheless, he has yet to achieve anything significant in the NHL.

Dylan Cozens' Contract

Dylan Cozens currently holds a significant 7-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres, amounting to $49,700,000. This deal encompasses a $2,000,000 signing bonus, guarantees the full contract amount, and carries an annual average salary of $7,100,000. For the 2023-24 season, Cozens is set to receive a base salary of $5,100,000 along with a $2,000,000 signing bonus, contributing to his cap hit of $7,100,000.

In his earlier years, Cozens inked an entry-level contract with the Buffalo Sabres, covering the period from 2019 to 2022. This initial contract was valued at $5,325,000 over three years, featuring a signing bonus of $277,500 and an average annual salary of $1,775,000.

Dylan Cozens' Diet

There is no specific information available about Dylan Cozens' diet plan.

Dylan Cozens' House

Dylan Cozens recently secured a home in Western New York, signaling his commitment to the area.

The three-bedroom, three-story townhouse, costing $899,000, features 3.5 baths and a 2-car garage. Located downtown on the waterfront, the residence places Cozens conveniently close to the arena. The deal closed in September 2022, emphasizing the significance of Cozens' connection to the community and fostering hopes among Sabres fans that he will embrace and enjoy the city as much as they do.

Dylan Cozens’ Cars

There is no specific information available about Dylan Cozens's cars.