Dominic Moore’s NHL career began when the New York Rangers selected him in the third round of the 2000 draft out of Harvard. After debuting in 2003-04 and spending his official rookie season in 2005-06, Moore’s time in New York was cut short by a trade to Nashville, who then moved him to Pittsburgh. Over the next several years, he played 443 games with multiple teams.
After stepping away from hockey for the 2012-13 season following the passing of his wife Katie from liver cancer, Moore made an inspiring return to the Rangers in 2013-14. Signing a one-year deal, he became a key veteran presence on the fourth line, appearing in 73 games, winning 54.6% of faceoffs, and elevating his play in the postseason with eight points in 25 games including one of the most memorable playoff goals in recent Rangers history. That season, he earned the Bill Masterton Trophy for perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey.
Moore followed with an even stronger 2014-15 campaign, posting 27 points in all 82 games and again excelling in the faceoff circle as the Rangers won the Presidents’ Trophy. He remained a steady contributor through 2015-16 before moving on to the Boston Bruins and later the Toronto Maple Leafs, finishing his career with 897 regular-season games, 106 goals, 176 assists, and a 54.2% faceoff win rate, along with 29 points in 101 playoff appearances.
Known as a reliable third- and fourth-line “glue guy,” Moore was respected for his leadership, mentorship, and contributions to initiatives like Hockey Fights Cancer. His second stint with the Rangers remains one of the most inspiring chapters of his career a story of resilience and professionalism that endeared him to teammates, the organization, and fans alike.
