Kevin Hatcher

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Kevin Hatcher (b. 9 September 1966, Detroit, Michigan) is a retired American professional ice hockey defenseman who played in the NHL for 17 seasons between 1984 and 2001 and brother of current NHL player Derian Hatcher. He played for the Washington Capitals, Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes.

Hatcher was drafted 17th overall by the Washington Capitals in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft, a team he would have the most of his NHL success with. Hatcher played 1,157 career NHL games, scoring 227 goals and 450 assists for 677 points. He also registered 1,392 career penalty minutes. Hatcher's best season offensively was the 1992-93 season, when he scored 34 goals and 79 points, both career highs.

Preceded by Rod Langway

Washington Capitals captains 1993-94

Succeeded by Dale Hunter