Michael Bunting
Canadian left winger and unrestricted free agent, formerly with the Dallas Stars.
Michael Bunting (born September 17, 1995) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who is a left winger who is currently an unrestricted free agent. He most recently played for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Quick Facts
- Position
- Left Wing
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Kraken tenure
- 2021–22 (inaugural season)
- Role
- Depth; bottom-six forward
- Status
- Former Kraken player
Lore & Background
Bunting was selected by the Arizona Coyotes, 117th overall, in the 2014 NHL entry draft. He has also played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Carolina Hurricanes, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Nashville Predators. He played junior hockey with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). He made his NHL debut with the Coyotes in 2018, scoring his first NHL goal in his first game. He was a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy in 2022 and was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team. He has represented Canada at the IIHF World Championship, winning gold in 2021.
Reader's Guide
Michael Bunting is a left winger known for his offensive contributions and ability to draw penalties. He has played for multiple NHL teams and is currently an unrestricted free agent.
Did You Know?
- Bunting scored his first NHL goal in his debut with the Arizona Coyotes on December 11, 2018.
- Bunting led the OHL's Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds with 37 goals in the 2014–15 season.
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