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'''Pascal Dupuis''' (born April 7, 1979) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey ] who |
'''Pascal Dupuis''' (born April 7, 1979) is a Canadian ] coach and former professional ice hockey ] who is the assistant coach for the ] of the ] (QMJHL). Undrafted out of the ], he played 15 seasons in the NHL for the ], ], ], and the ]. | ||
Born and raised in ], Dupuis played with the Laval Régents before being drafted by the ] in the ]. In his first season with the Huskies, he |
Born and raised in ], Dupuis played with the Laval Régents before being drafted by the ] in the ]. In his first season with the Huskies, he fractured his leg which prevented him from being selected in the NHL draft. Dupuis continued his major junior career with the Huskies and the ], where he broke out offensively. Recording career-highs in goals, assists, and points with the Cataractes, the ] signed him in 2000 after an impressive showing at the Wild training camp. | ||
Dupuis started his professional career assigned to the Wild's ] affiliate, the ]. After playing a full season with the Lumberjacks, openings in the Wild's roster due to injuries led to Dupuis making his NHL debut on April 2, 2001. He continued to be a mainstay until 2007, where he was traded to the ]. Dupuis was quickly dealt again to the ], where he helped the Thrashers make their first and only postseason appearance. The following year, the Thrashers traded him to the ] along with ]. Expected to be nothing more than a role player with the Penguins, he contributed heavily to the team, being a part of the ] winning team. Although Dupuis was productive with the Penguins, he started suffering multiple health issues from the ] onwards, finally retiring in December 2015 but contractually remaining on the Pittsburgh Penguins’ ] list until the end of the 2016–17 NHL season. He was still considered a part of the ] winning team, being able to hoist the cup. | Dupuis started his professional career assigned to the Wild's ] affiliate, the ]. After playing a full season with the Lumberjacks, openings in the Wild's roster due to injuries led to Dupuis making his NHL debut on April 2, 2001. He continued to be a mainstay until 2007, where he was traded to the ]. Dupuis was quickly dealt again to the ], where he helped the Thrashers make their first and only postseason appearance. The following year, the Thrashers traded him to the ] along with ]. Expected to be nothing more than a role player with the Penguins, he contributed heavily to the team, being a part of the ] winning team. Although Dupuis was productive with the Penguins, he started suffering multiple health issues from the ] onwards, finally retiring in December 2015 but contractually remaining on the Pittsburgh Penguins’ ] list until the end of the 2016–17 NHL season. He was still considered a part of the ] winning team, being able to hoist the cup. | ||
Post retirement, he joined the Penguins' organization as a part-time scout out of Quebec and as a part of player development. He left the organization in 2018 to coach his son's school hockey team, the Lucille-Teasdale Diabolos, leading the team to the ] Scolaire Division finals. In 2020, he joined the Cataractes organization to become a franchise co-owner and the director of hockey operations. He has |
Post retirement, he joined the Penguins' organization as a part-time scout out of Quebec and as a part of player development. He left the organization in 2018 to coach his son's school hockey team, the Lucille-Teasdale Diabolos, leading the team to the ] Scolaire Division finals. In 2020, he joined the Cataractes organization to become a franchise co-owner and the director of hockey operations. He has stepped down from the director of hockey operations and is currently an assistant coach with the Cataractes. | ||
== Early life == | == Early life == | ||
Dupuis was born on April 7, 1979, in ].<ref name="EP" /> His father |
Dupuis was born on April 7, 1979, in ].<ref name="EP" /> His father Claude was a 1974 draft pick of the ], who went on to play 120 games in the ] with the ].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=8720 |title=Claude Dupuis hockey statistics and profile |publisher=hockeydb.com |accessdate=August 21, 2018 |archive-date=August 22, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180822050015/http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=8720 |url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
⚫ | == Playing career == | ||
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As a youth, Dupuis played in the 1993 ] with the Mille-Îles Seigneurs, a ] team from the Mille-Îles area of ].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.publicationsports.com/ressources/files/439/Joueurs_Pro.pdf|title=Pee-Wee players who have reached NHL or WHA|year=2018|website=Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament|access-date=February 9, 2019|archive-date=March 6, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190306085544/https://www.publicationsports.com/ressources/files/439/Joueurs_Pro.pdf|url-status=dead}}</ref> | As a youth, Dupuis played in the 1993 ] with the Mille-Îles Seigneurs, a ] team from the Mille-Îles area of ].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.publicationsports.com/ressources/files/439/Joueurs_Pro.pdf|title=Pee-Wee players who have reached NHL or WHA|year=2018|website=Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament|access-date=February 9, 2019|archive-date=March 6, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190306085544/https://www.publicationsports.com/ressources/files/439/Joueurs_Pro.pdf|url-status=dead}}</ref> | ||
Dupuis played with the Laval Régents in Quebec Midget AAA hockey for the 1995–96 season, recording 10 |
Dupuis played with the Laval Régents in Quebec Midget AAA hockey for the 1995–96 season, recording 10 ]s and 15 ]s in 41 games while helping lead the team to a playoff spot. His production improved rapidly in the playoffs with 11 goals and 11 assists in 14 games.<ref name="EP" /> Dupuis played an important part in Game 4 against the Lac St-Louis Lions, scoring two goals, including an equalizer with 1:03 left in the third period to bring the game to overtime. The Régents eventually won the game 6–5 in double overtime.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Meagher |first=John |date=March 14, 1996 |title=Lions blow big playoff lead |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-gazette/158961999/ |access-date=November 13, 2024 |work=] |page=75}}</ref> | ||
⚫ | == Playing career == | ||
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⚫ | === Junior === | ||
⚫ | The Rouyn-Noranda Huskies of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) selected Dupuis in the fourth round, with the 45th overall pick, of the 1996 QMJHL draft.<ref>{{Cite web |title=1996 QMJHL Entry Draft |url=https://www.eliteprospects.com/draft/qmjhl-entry-draft/1996 |access-date=November 13, 2024 |publisher=Elite Prospects}}</ref> Beginning the ] season with a shaky Huskies team who moved over the summer from ] as the ], draft-eligible Dupuis intended to play every game of the season as a part of his hard work regime. During the season, he fractured his leg, significantly impacting his chances of being taken in the ].<ref name="TGAM">{{Cite web |last=Kerr |first=Grant |date=April 30, 2003 |title=Dupuis wasn't drafted, but hard work pays off |url=https://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/dupuis-wasnt-drafted-but-hard-work-pays-off/article4128137/ |access-date=November 13, 2024 |publisher=]}}</ref> Dupuis eventually returned from the fractured leg and finished the season with 9 goals and 15 assists in 44 games.<ref name="EP" /> Despite being projected as a middle-round pick, Dupuis's leg fracture kept him from being drafted in 1997.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Rorabaugh |first=Seth |date=July 7, 2020 |title=Double Team: Pascal Dupuis proved quite a bit with Wild and Penguins |url=https://triblive.com/sports/double-team-pascal-dupuis-proved-quite-a-bit-with-wild-and-penguins/ |access-date=November 13, 2024 |website=]}}</ref> | ||
Entering the ] season, Dupuis had received a tryout offer from the ], inviting them to their training camp. Dupuis |
Entering the ] season, Dupuis had received a tryout offer from the ], inviting them to their training camp. Dupuis advanced into the main camp but did not receive an offer from the team.<ref name="TGAM" /> He returned to the Huskies to start the season, recording 9 goals and 17 assists in 39 games, a slight uptick in production from his rookie season.<ref name="EP" /> On January 19, 1998, the QMJHL trade deadline, Dupuis was traded to the ] along with defenceman Dany Gauthier in exchange for defenceman Roberto Baldris.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Robert |first=Luc |date=January 20, 1998 |title=Une journée tranquille... |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159008640/ |access-date=November 13, 2024 |work=] |page=33 |language=fr}}</ref> Dupuis played well with the Cataractes, recording 7 goals and 13 assists in 28 games. With 40 wins and 24 losses, the Cataractes moved onto the playoffs, losing in six to the ] in the Lebel division quarterfinals. Dupuis recorded two goals in the playoff series.<ref name="EP" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=1997-98 QMJHL Playoff Results |url=https://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/playoffdisplay.php?league=qmjhl1970&season=1998&leaguenm=QMJHL |access-date=January 9, 2025 |website=]}}</ref> | ||
The ] season was Dupuis' first full year with the Cataractes. His production improved greatly over the previous season, albeit with a slower start, having only five assists in the six games beginning the season.<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 7, 1998 |title=Equipe par equipe: Cataractes Shawinigan |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159078925/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=34 |language=fr}}</ref> By the end of December, he had point-per-game production with 11 goals and 24 assists in 32 games, along with being one of the top players in ] for the Cataractes.<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 30, 1998 |title=Equipe per equipe: Cataractes Shawinigan |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159079348/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=31 |language=fr}}</ref> At the end of the season, Dupuis had played 57 games, recording 30 goals and 42 assists to mark his first QMJHL season with above one point-per-game production. He also had a career-high 118 penalty minutes, ranking fourth among Cataractes players.<ref name="EP" /> As the best team in the Lebel division, the Cataractes received a bye and were eventually paired against the ], a series that was lost in six.<ref>{{Cite web |title=1998-99 QMJHL Playoff Results |url=https://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/playoffdisplay.php?league=qmjhl1970&season=1999&leaguenm=QMJHL |access-date=January 9, 2025 |website=]}}</ref> | |||
Entering the ] as one of the top players on the Cataractes roster, Dupuis quickly cemented himself as one of the top producers on the team, leading the team in goals by the end of November with 19 goals in 31 games. He also recorded 19 assists, placing himself in the top three players by points, with Dominic Forget and ] placing ahead of him respectively.<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 1, 1999 |title=Cataractes Shawinigan |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159080023/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=43}}</ref> In his 200th game in the QMJHL, Dupuis scored two goals against the ] in a 5–3 win, and then was suspended for 2 games following the win. In a previous game, Dupuis had been involved in a line brawl with the Val-d'Or Foreurs. Other players and staff were suspended beginning at one game up to five games and fines were issued up to $1,000.<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 2, 1999 |title=LHJMQ en bref: Conférence Robert-Lebel |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159080451/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=36 |language=fr}}</ref> After |
Entering the ] as one of the top players on the Cataractes roster, Dupuis quickly cemented himself as one of the top producers on the team, leading the team in goals by the end of November with 19 goals in 31 games. He also recorded 19 assists, placing himself in the top three players by points, with Dominic Forget and ] placing ahead of him respectively.<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 1, 1999 |title=Cataractes Shawinigan |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159080023/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=43 |language=fr}}</ref> In his 200th game in the QMJHL, Dupuis scored two goals against the ] in a 5–3 win, and then was suspended for 2 games following the win. In a previous game, Dupuis had been involved in a line brawl with the Val-d'Or Foreurs. Other players and staff were suspended beginning at one game up to five games and fines were issued up to $1,000 ].<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 2, 1999 |title=LHJMQ en bref: Conférence Robert-Lebel |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/lacadie-nouvelle/159080451/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=36 |language=fr}}</ref> After an eight-point game against the ] on March 10, 2000, Dupuis was named QMJHL Offensive Player of the Week on March 14 after recording five goals and seven assists in two games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Blevins |first=Kevin |date=March 14, 2000 |title=All Times CST Scoreboard: Awards |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-leader-post/159080687/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=B5}}</ref> The Cataractes entered the playoffs on top of the central division in the Lebel conference. Shawinigan first played against the ], winning the series in 6. Dupuis recorded 11 goals and 3 assists in the 6 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Hodge |first=Neil |date=April 4, 2000 |title=Hull, Oceanic back in action |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/telegraph-journal/159080850/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=D3}}</ref> The Cataractes advanced to the conference semifinals against the ], losing a close series in 7. Dupuis's production dropped in the conference semifinals, only increasing his point total up to 22 to end the playoffs.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Hodge |first=Neil |date=April 19, 2000 |title=Look for Moncton to beat Oceanic |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/telegraph-journal/159080958/ |access-date=November 14, 2024 |work=] |page=D3}}</ref> Dupuis ended the 1999–2000 season with 50 goals and 55 assists in 61 games, recording production close to two points-per-game.<ref name="EP" /> | ||
===Professional=== | ===Professional=== | ||
====Minnesota Wild==== | ====Minnesota Wild (2000–2007)==== | ||
At the beginning of the ] season, Dupuis was invited to the ] rookie tryout camp after being recommended by Wild head scout Tom Thompson.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=September 5, 2000 |title=Walsh willing to drop gloves to make point |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159091165/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C2}}</ref> After progressing through the main camp being described as a hard-working skater with a hard shot, Dupuis was signed by the Wild on September 18, 2000.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Millea |first=John |date=September 19, 2000 |title=TV show host ready to skate in Anaheim |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune-tv-show-host-ready-to-skate/158051221/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C5}}</ref> Following the signing, Dupuis along with |
At the beginning of the ] season, Dupuis was invited to the ] rookie tryout camp after being recommended by Wild head scout Tom Thompson.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=September 5, 2000 |title=Walsh willing to drop gloves to make point |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159091165/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C2}}</ref> After progressing through the main camp being described as a hard-working skater with a hard shot, Dupuis was signed by the Wild on September 18, 2000.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Millea |first=John |date=September 19, 2000 |title=TV show host ready to skate in Anaheim |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune-tv-show-host-ready-to-skate/158051221/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C5}}</ref> Following the signing, Dupuis along with four other players were assigned to the Wild's top minor affiliate in the ], the ].<ref>{{Cite news |date=September 23, 2000 |title=Transactions |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/herald-times-reporter/159091383/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=B3}}</ref> It took more than a month from the start of the ] for Dupuis to begin producing, scoring his first professional goal on November 12 against the ] in a 3–0 victory.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Rosewater |first=Amy |date=November 13, 2000 |title=Lumberjacks overpower K.C. |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer/159091609/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=5-D}}</ref> Nearing the end of the 2000–01 NHL season in April, Wild left winger ] suffered a leg injury. As a replacement, the Wild called up Dupuis from the Lumberjacks to fill in Stewart's spot. He made his NHL debut on April 2, 2001, against the ].<ref>{{Cite news |date=April 2, 2001 |title=Game Day: Wild vs. San Jose |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159093470/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C4}}</ref> During his debut, he scored his first NHL goal to open the game up to 1–0, only elapsing 6:04 in the first period.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=April 3, 2001 |title=Sharks rally from 2–0 deficit to keep playoff hopes alive |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159093821/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C6}}</ref> After 4 games with the Wild, Dupuis was sent back to the Lumberjacks. At the Lumberjacks' awards banquet, Dupuis was named the Lumberjacks Top Rookie of the Year.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Rosewater |first=Amy |date=April 13, 2001 |title=Bonin not happy with time on Wild |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer/159093918/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=3-D}}</ref> The Lumberjacks moved onto the playoffs, where they were swept by the ] in the Turner Cup quarterfinals. Dupuis did not have a single point throughout the series. By the end of the season, Dupuis had recorded 19 goals and 24 assists in 70 games with the Lumberjacks.<ref name="EP" /> | ||
Dupuis entered the ] season attempting to gain a spot on the left wing for the Wild, competing against ], ], and Cam Stewart.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=September 17, 2001 |title=Exhibition games to help Wild sort out roster issues |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159095244/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C5}}</ref> After Cam Stewart suffered a concussion during the preseason, Wild head coach ] hinted that Dupuis would start the season with the Wild, saying his game would only develop in the NHL.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=September 30, 2000 |title=Roest may have saved his job |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159095427/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C4}}</ref> By the beginning of the season, Dupuis had gained a spot on the right wing paired with Matt Johnson and ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=October 28, 2001 |title=Goals are rare in Wild slump |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159095858/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C18}}</ref> Dupuis was slow to begin producing for the second season in a row, recording his first goal 12 games into the season against the ] in a 1–3 loss.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=November 7, 2001 |title=Powerful first line leads Rangers to victory |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159097280/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> Dupuis continued having regular production until January, where he went the whole month without scoring a goal. Dupuis admitted that he was worried but used the All-Star break as a recharge and following the return, he scored 2 goals in 4 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |date=February 11, 2002 |title=Big win, bigger loss |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159097822/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C6}}</ref> Although playing well in his role on his line and the Wild penalty kill, a lacklustre performance from the team forced them to miss the playoffs. Dupuis ended the season with 15 goals and 12 assists in 76 games.<ref name="EP" /> | Dupuis entered the ] season attempting to gain a spot on the left wing for the Wild, competing against ], ], and Cam Stewart.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=September 17, 2001 |title=Exhibition games to help Wild sort out roster issues |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159095244/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C5}}</ref> After Cam Stewart suffered a concussion during the preseason, Wild head coach ] hinted that Dupuis would start the season with the Wild, saying his game would only develop in the NHL.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=September 30, 2000 |title=Roest may have saved his job |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159095427/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C4}}</ref> By the beginning of the season, Dupuis had gained a spot on the right wing paired with Matt Johnson and ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=October 28, 2001 |title=Goals are rare in Wild slump |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159095858/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C18}}</ref> Dupuis was slow to begin producing for the second season in a row, recording his first goal 12 games into the season against the ] in a 1–3 loss.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jones |first=Tom |date=November 7, 2001 |title=Powerful first line leads Rangers to victory |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159097280/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> Dupuis continued having regular production until January, where he went the whole month without scoring a goal. Dupuis admitted that he was worried but used the All-Star break as a recharge and following the return, he scored 2 goals in 4 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |date=February 11, 2002 |title=Big win, bigger loss |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159097822/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C6}}</ref> Although playing well in his role on his line and the Wild penalty kill, a lacklustre performance from the team forced them to miss the playoffs. Dupuis ended the season with 15 goals and 12 assists in 76 games.<ref name="EP" /> | ||
For the ] season, Dupuis continued to participate in the Wild training camp but did not have to work as hard compared to the 2001–02 training camp to secure a spot. Dupuis started on the season-opening roster along with the left-wingers from the last season, minus ] who joined during the 2001–02 season.<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 9, 2002 |title=Meet the Wild: 2002–03 Roster |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131207/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C7}}</ref> He opened up the 2002–03 season with a hot streak, having 3 goals in 3 consecutive games, a career-high, and 4 assists in only 9 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |date=October 29, 2002 |title=The 'ping' is in the past |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131452/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C6}}</ref> Dupuis continued his hot streak into the end of November, recording 3 goals and 4 assists in another 9 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |date=November 19, 2002 |title=Wild Game Day vs. Los Angeles |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131642/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C4}}</ref> The success was cited by Wild head coach Lemaire from a line that had Dupuis paired with rookie ] and ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zulgad |first=Judd |date=November 13, 2002 |title=Sekeras is held out again |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131757/ |access-date=November 13, 2002 |work=] |page=C9}}</ref> The hot streak by Dupuis eventually subsided but continued to be a productive player on the ice. On January 16, 2003, Dupuis recorded his first two-goal NHL game against the ] in a 5–3 win.<ref>{{Cite news |date=January 17, 2003 |title=Canucks add three All-Stars |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/fort-worth-star-telegram/159132451/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=6D}}</ref> With Dupuis's help, the Wild made their first postseason appearance in franchise history as the 6th seed and were paired against 3 seed ]. During the playoffs, Dupuis continued to be on the top line with Bouchard and Gáborík.<ref>{{Cite news |date=April 9, 2003 |title=Whizzer drops picks, pucks |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/chicago-tribune/159136585/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=18}}</ref> The Wild won their first series 4–3 and advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals against the Vancouver Canucks, where Dupuis suffered a lower-body injury. Dupuis returned quicker than expected from injury and scored two goals in game 7 to secure a 4–2 victory and an advance to the Conference Finals against the ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |last2=Zulgad |first2=Judd |date=May 9, 2003 |title=Fast-healing Dupuis gets pair of goals |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159136881/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C11}}</ref> The Wild were subsequently swept by the Mighty Ducks, leaving Dupuis with 4 goals and 4 assists in 16 playoff games, and 20 goals and 28 assists in 80 regular-season games. This marked a career-high in goals, assists, and points for Dupuis which would not be broken until the ] season.<ref name="EP" /> | For the ] season, Dupuis continued to participate in the Wild training camp but did not have to work as hard compared to the 2001–02 training camp to secure a spot. Dupuis started on the season-opening roster along with the left-wingers from the last season, minus ] who joined during the 2001–02 season.<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 9, 2002 |title=Meet the Wild: 2002–03 Roster |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131207/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C7}}</ref> He opened up the 2002–03 season with a hot streak, having 3 goals in 3 consecutive games, a career-high, and 4 assists in only 9 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |date=October 29, 2002 |title=The 'ping' is in the past |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131452/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C6}}</ref> Dupuis continued his hot streak into the end of November, recording 3 goals and 4 assists in another 9 games.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |date=November 19, 2002 |title=Wild Game Day vs. Los Angeles |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131642/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C4}}</ref> The success was cited by Wild head coach Lemaire from a line that had Dupuis paired with rookie ] and ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zulgad |first=Judd |date=November 13, 2002 |title=Sekeras is held out again |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159131757/ |access-date=November 13, 2002 |work=] |page=C9}}</ref> The hot streak by Dupuis eventually subsided but continued to be a productive player on the ice. On January 16, 2003, Dupuis recorded his first two-goal NHL game against the ] in a 5–3 win.<ref>{{Cite news |date=January 17, 2003 |title=Canucks add three All-Stars |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/fort-worth-star-telegram/159132451/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=6D}}</ref> With Dupuis's help, the Wild made their first postseason appearance in franchise history as the 6th seed and were paired against 3 seed ]. During the playoffs, Dupuis continued to be on the top line with Bouchard and Gáborík.<ref>{{Cite news |date=April 9, 2003 |title=Whizzer drops picks, pucks |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/chicago-tribune/159136585/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=18}}</ref> The Wild won their first series 4–3 and advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals against the Vancouver Canucks, where Dupuis suffered a lower-body injury. Dupuis returned quicker than expected from injury and scored two goals in game 7 to secure a 4–2 victory and an advance to the Conference Finals against the ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scoggins |first=Chip |last2=Zulgad |first2=Judd |date=May 9, 2003 |title=Fast-healing Dupuis gets pair of goals |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159136881/ |access-date=November 15, 2024 |work=] |page=C11}}</ref> The Wild were subsequently swept by the Mighty Ducks, leaving Dupuis with 4 goals and 4 assists in 16 playoff games, and 20 goals and 28 assists in 80 regular-season games. This marked a career-high in goals, assists, and points for Dupuis which would not be broken until the ] season.<ref name="EP" /> | ||
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On July 1, 2003, the Wild extended a qualifying offer to Dupuis, who was classified as a ] following the expiration of his three-year entry-level contract. It included a 10-percent raise from the previous contract, an offer that Dupuis would sit on throughout the offseason.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zgoda |first=Jerry |date=July 1, 2003 |title=Ronning, Sekeras enter free agency |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159251376/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C2}}</ref> On August 25, the Wild resubmitted an offer which would involve Dupuis being signed to the Wild for four years.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Snow |first=Chris |date=September 1, 2003 |title=Gaborik holdout is a possibility |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159251662/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> Dupuis continued to hold out as negotiations continued between the Wild and his agent, Allan Walsh. He finally signed a three-year, $2.5 million contract on October 24 that included multiple bonuses adding up to $1.8 million, depending on how Dupuis was played and used as a part of the team.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Snow |first=Chris |date=October 28, 2003 |title=Dupuis' deal has salary revisions |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159252554/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C12}}</ref> He rejoined the team after 8 games, where he would have a lower point total throughout the season, only having 10 points by the end of 2003.<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 30, 2003 |title=NHL Team-by-Team Statistics: Minnesota Wild |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-province/159254565/ |work=] |page=A46}}</ref> On March 5, 2004 in a game against the ], Dupuis suffered an ankle injury which forced him out of 9 games. The flu compounded on as a reason not to return, along with his 10th game away being a ] against the ] on March 24.<ref>{{Cite news |date=March 25, 2004 |title=Wild Game Day: At Chicago |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159253646/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C3}}</ref> The Wild failed to qualify for the playoffs despite a deep playoff run the previous year. Dupuis ended the season with 11 goals and 15 assists in 59 games, a drop in points-per-game and games played.<ref name="EP" /> | On July 1, 2003, the Wild extended a qualifying offer to Dupuis, who was classified as a ] following the expiration of his three-year entry-level contract. It included a 10-percent raise from the previous contract, an offer that Dupuis would sit on throughout the offseason.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zgoda |first=Jerry |date=July 1, 2003 |title=Ronning, Sekeras enter free agency |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159251376/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C2}}</ref> On August 25, the Wild resubmitted an offer which would involve Dupuis being signed to the Wild for four years.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Snow |first=Chris |date=September 1, 2003 |title=Gaborik holdout is a possibility |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159251662/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> Dupuis continued to hold out as negotiations continued between the Wild and his agent, Allan Walsh. He finally signed a three-year, $2.5 million contract on October 24 that included multiple bonuses adding up to $1.8 million, depending on how Dupuis was played and used as a part of the team.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Snow |first=Chris |date=October 28, 2003 |title=Dupuis' deal has salary revisions |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159252554/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C12}}</ref> He rejoined the team after 8 games, where he would have a lower point total throughout the season, only having 10 points by the end of 2003.<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 30, 2003 |title=NHL Team-by-Team Statistics: Minnesota Wild |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-province/159254565/ |work=] |page=A46}}</ref> On March 5, 2004 in a game against the ], Dupuis suffered an ankle injury which forced him out of 9 games. The flu compounded on as a reason not to return, along with his 10th game away being a ] against the ] on March 24.<ref>{{Cite news |date=March 25, 2004 |title=Wild Game Day: At Chicago |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/159253646/ |access-date=November 17, 2024 |work=] |page=C3}}</ref> The Wild failed to qualify for the playoffs despite a deep playoff run the previous year. Dupuis ended the season with 11 goals and 15 assists in 59 games, a drop in points-per-game and games played.<ref name="EP" /> | ||
With the ] putting a halt on the ] season, Dupuis joined a four-on-four charity hockey series named the ] Caravan. The series included 40 NHL players such as ], ], and ] as they toured around Quebec from late October to mid-December.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Beacon |first=Bill |date=October 8, 2004 |title=Quebec players say they're playing for the kids |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/telegraph-journal/159199906/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |page=D4}}</ref> All proceeds from the charity series went to the ] and other charities in the area, which was able to make more than $44,000 in one stop.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Desaulniers |first=Darren |date=November 8, 2004 |title=Charities meet their goal in 4-on-4 exhibition |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-ottawa-citizen/159199944/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> ] player ] said that the series was enjoyable and helped the players stay connected with each other during the |
With the ] putting a halt on the ] season, Dupuis joined a four-on-four charity hockey series named the ] Caravan. The series included 40 NHL players such as ], ], and ] as they toured around Quebec from late October to mid-December.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Beacon |first=Bill |date=October 8, 2004 |title=Quebec players say they're playing for the kids |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/telegraph-journal/159199906/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |page=D4}}</ref> All proceeds from the charity series went to the ] and other charities in the area, which was able to make more than $44,000 in one stop.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Desaulniers |first=Darren |date=November 8, 2004 |title=Charities meet their goal in 4-on-4 exhibition |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-ottawa-citizen/159199944/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> ] player ] said that the series was enjoyable and helped the players stay connected with each other during the lock-out season.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Scanlan |first=Wayne |date=November 8, 2024 |title=Hockey Night in Gatineau |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-ottawa-citizen/159200713/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |page=C1}}</ref> On January 13, 2005, Dupuis signed with ] in the ], the second tier of Swiss hockey.<ref>{{Cite news |date=January 18, 2005 |title=European Leagues: Latest Transactions |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/national-post/159200793/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |page=S6}}</ref> During his 8 appearances with HC Ajoie, he scored 5 goals and provided 5 assists. In 6 relegation-stage games, he recorded 6 goals and 8 assists.<ref name="EP" /> | ||
When the NHL returned in ], Dupuis continued to be a mainstay in the Wild's roster. In late October, he suffered a groin injury which forced him to sit out for three games.<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 24, 2005 |title=Blackhawks wrap up Wild |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/sun-journal/161551429/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=C3 |agency=]}}</ref> By late November, he became the player with the most shots without a goal in the season at 43.<ref>{{Cite news |date=November 23, 2005 |title=Game Day: Oilers at Wild |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/edmonton-journal/161551686/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=3}}</ref> On November 23, Dupuis broke the streak by scoring 2 goals against the ] in a 3–4 loss.<ref>{{Cite news |date=November 24, 2005 |title=Late goal lifts Oilers |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/red-deer-advocate/161551741/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=B5 |agency=]}}</ref> In January 2006, he suffered a ] which expected him to out of play for two weeks.<ref>{{Cite news |date=January 19, 2006 |title=Dupuis suffers separated shoulder |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-grand-rapids-press/161552033/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=]}}</ref> Dupuis returned on February 8 against the Los Angeles Kings, where he and Marián Gáborík together scored 5 powerplay goals in a 5–1 win, a franchise record.<ref>{{Cite news |date=February 8, 2006 |title=Wild 5, Kings 1 |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/tri-city-herald/161552209/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=C3}}</ref> The Minnesota Wild failed to make the playoffs for a second year in a row after achieving a 38–36–8 record. Dupuis had 10 goals and 16 assists in 67 games, which he was criticized for mentioning the 2003–04 contract dispute along with having the fifth-most ice time among all Wild forwards.<ref>{{Cite news |date=April 16, 2006 |title=Sizing up the season |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/161552580/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=C11}}</ref> | |||
When the NHL returned in ], Dupuis recorded 26 points in 67 games. | |||
During the 2006 offseason, the Minnesota Wild let Dupuis' contract run out, making him a restricted free agent on July 1. On July 14, he was resigned to a one-year, $798,000 contract offered by the Wild as a qualifying offer.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Russo |first=Michael |date=July 14, 2006 |title=Dupuis takes Wild's offer |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/161553201/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=C10}}</ref> He began the ] season at left wing on the first line with new signing ] and Marián Gáborík.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Russo |first=Michael |date=September 19, 2006 |title=New-look Wild has only one surprise: Irmen |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/161553378/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=C5}}</ref> He was knocked out of play after the beginning of the season in October, suffering a sprained knee.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Russo |first=Michael |date=October 18, 2006 |title=Wild gameday: 9:30 P.M. At Los Angeles Kings |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune/161553378/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=C8}}</ref> In mid-December, Dupuis's relationship with the Wild's head coach ] had significantly weakened after leaving a practice when given an ultimatum by Lemaire. Reports of the situation came out on January 14, 2007; that Lemaire was annoyed and Dupuis would be put up on the trading block for the other 29 teams.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zipay |first=Steve |date=February 12, 2007 |title=Dupuis wants to get his story straight |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/newsday/161553657/ |access-date=December 25, 2024 |work=] |page=A58}}</ref> In 48 games, Dupuis had registered 10 goals and 3 assists with the Wild.<ref name="EP"/> | |||
Throughout the ] season in mid-December, Dupuis's relationship with the Wild's head coach ] had significantly weakened after leaving a practice when given an ultimatum by Lemaire. Reports of the situation came out on January 14, 2007; that Lemaire was annoyed and Dupuis would be put up on the trading block for the other 29 teams. | |||
====New York Rangers and Atlanta Thrashers==== | ====New York Rangers and Atlanta Thrashers (2007–2008)==== | ||
On February 9, 2007, Dupuis was traded to the ] in exchange for ], marking the Rangers' second trade in five days; an attempt to get back into the Eastern Conference playoff race after mediocre performances in December and January. ], the Rangers head coach said that Dupuis was a good fit for the team as a "real sound defensive player", along with his speed and offensive ability being an extra help.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zipay |first=Steve |date=February 12, 2007 |title=Dupuis wants to get his story straight |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/newsday-nassau-edition-dupuis-wants-to/157983696/ |access-date=October 27, 2024 |work=] |page=A62}}</ref> Wild general manager ] on February 26 confirmed the trade was made for a chemistry change in the locker room, along with the making of a physical offensive line.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Russo |first=Michael |date=February 26, 2007 |title=GM wary of dealing the future |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune-gm-wary-of-dealing-the-futu/157984334/ |access-date=October 28, 2024 |work=] |page=C7}}</ref> Dupuis made his Rangers debut on February 16 against the ] in a 4–1 win. He scored his first and only goal with the team via a one-timer pass from ] with 16:19 left in the second period, making it a 3–1 game.<ref>{{Cite news |date=February 16, 2007 |title=Rangers show power in win |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-journal-news-rangers-show-power-in-w/157983961/ |access-date=October 28, 2024 |work=] |page=7C |agency=]}}</ref> | On February 9, 2007, Dupuis was traded to the ] in exchange for ], marking the Rangers' second trade in five days; an attempt to get back into the Eastern Conference playoff race after mediocre performances in December and January. ], the Rangers head coach said that Dupuis was a good fit for the team as a "real sound defensive player", along with his speed and offensive ability being an extra help.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zipay |first=Steve |date=February 12, 2007 |title=Dupuis wants to get his story straight |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/newsday-nassau-edition-dupuis-wants-to/157983696/ |access-date=October 27, 2024 |work=] |page=A62}}</ref> Wild general manager ] on February 26 confirmed the trade was made for a chemistry change in the locker room, along with the making of a physical offensive line.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Russo |first=Michael |date=February 26, 2007 |title=GM wary of dealing the future |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/star-tribune-gm-wary-of-dealing-the-futu/157984334/ |access-date=October 28, 2024 |work=] |page=C7}}</ref> Dupuis made his Rangers debut on February 16 against the ] in a 4–1 win. He scored his first and only goal with the team via a one-timer pass from ] with 16:19 left in the second period, making it a 3–1 game.<ref>{{Cite news |date=February 16, 2007 |title=Rangers show power in win |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-journal-news-rangers-show-power-in-w/157983961/ |access-date=October 28, 2024 |work=] |page=7C |agency=]}}</ref> | ||
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Entering the ], Dupuis returned back to the third line with rookie ] and veteran addition ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Hicks |first=Jeff |date=October 4, 2007 |title=In the big league: Cambridge 19-year-old to make his NHL debut tomorrow with Thrashers |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/waterloo-region-record-in-the-big-league/158050065/ |access-date=October 29, 2024 |work=] |page=17}}</ref> It was expected that Dupuis would be a major contributor to the penalty kill again along with offseason additions Éric Perrin and ], which ranked 26th in the previous season.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Custance |first=Craig |date=September 14, 2007 |title=Drop The Puck |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-drop-the-puck/158050210/ |access-date=October 29, 2024 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |page=E1}}</ref> The Thrashers started out with a 6-game losing streak resulting in head coach ] being fired. The day after, Dupuis scored his first goal of the season in a 5–2 win over the New York Rangers, the first win of the season.<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 19, 2007 |title=Thrashers 5, Rangers 3 |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-palm-beach-post-thrashers-5-rangers/158050534/ |access-date=October 29, 2024 |work=] |page=11C |agency=Associated Press}}</ref> An improved performance from the Thrashers from November to January saw Dupuis record 10 goals and 5 assists in 62 games.<ref name="EP">{{cite web |title=Pascal Dupuis |url=https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/8789/pascal-dupuis |publisher=Elite Prospects |access-date=October 19, 2023}}</ref> He scored his last goal with the Thrashers in a 1–2 loss against the ] on February 8, 2008, the day before he was traded.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Rogers |first=Carroll |date=February 8, 2008 |title=Scrappy visitors rally, punch through in third |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-scrappy-visitor/158051045/ |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |page=H2}}</ref> | Entering the ], Dupuis returned back to the third line with rookie ] and veteran addition ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Hicks |first=Jeff |date=October 4, 2007 |title=In the big league: Cambridge 19-year-old to make his NHL debut tomorrow with Thrashers |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/waterloo-region-record-in-the-big-league/158050065/ |access-date=October 29, 2024 |work=] |page=17}}</ref> It was expected that Dupuis would be a major contributor to the penalty kill again along with offseason additions Éric Perrin and ], which ranked 26th in the previous season.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Custance |first=Craig |date=September 14, 2007 |title=Drop The Puck |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-drop-the-puck/158050210/ |access-date=October 29, 2024 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |page=E1}}</ref> The Thrashers started out with a 6-game losing streak resulting in head coach ] being fired. The day after, Dupuis scored his first goal of the season in a 5–2 win over the New York Rangers, the first win of the season.<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 19, 2007 |title=Thrashers 5, Rangers 3 |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-palm-beach-post-thrashers-5-rangers/158050534/ |access-date=October 29, 2024 |work=] |page=11C |agency=Associated Press}}</ref> An improved performance from the Thrashers from November to January saw Dupuis record 10 goals and 5 assists in 62 games.<ref name="EP">{{cite web |title=Pascal Dupuis |url=https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/8789/pascal-dupuis |publisher=Elite Prospects |access-date=October 19, 2023}}</ref> He scored his last goal with the Thrashers in a 1–2 loss against the ] on February 8, 2008, the day before he was traded.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Rogers |first=Carroll |date=February 8, 2008 |title=Scrappy visitors rally, punch through in third |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-atlanta-constitution-scrappy-visitor/158051045/ |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |page=H2}}</ref> | ||
====Pittsburgh Penguins==== | ====Pittsburgh Penguins (2008–2015)==== | ||
On February 9, 2008, Dupuis was traded to the ], along with ], in exchange for ], ], ] and their first-round pick in the ].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Molinari |first1=Dave |title=Penguins pull blockbuster trade for Marian Hossa |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/02/26/Penguins-pull-blockbuster-trade-for-Marian-Hossa/stories/200802260247 |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=February 26, 2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140812205935/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/02/26/Penguins-pull-blockbuster-trade-for-Marian-Hossa/stories/200802260247 |archive-date=August 12, 2014}}</ref> He scored |
On February 9, 2008, Dupuis was traded to the ], along with ], in exchange for ], ], ] and their first-round pick in the ].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Molinari |first1=Dave |title=Penguins pull blockbuster trade for Marian Hossa |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/02/26/Penguins-pull-blockbuster-trade-for-Marian-Hossa/stories/200802260247 |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=February 26, 2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140812205935/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/02/26/Penguins-pull-blockbuster-trade-for-Marian-Hossa/stories/200802260247 |archive-date=August 12, 2014}}</ref> He scored two goals and 10 assists for 12 points through 16 games with the Penguins as they qualified for the ].<ref name="Anderson">{{cite news |last1=Anderson |first1=Shelly |title=Dupuis turns into perfect fit |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/04/23/Dupuis-turns-into-perfect-fit/stories/200804230251 |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=April 23, 2008 |archive-url=https://archive.ph/mkgV2 |archive-date=January 9, 2025}}</ref> As the Penguins advanced through the playoffs, Hossa and Dupuis flanked ] as the top line wingers.<ref>{{cite news |title=A cup filled with stars |url=https://newspapers.com/article/the-boston-globe-a-cup-filled-with-stars/133741664/ |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=The Boston Globe |date=May 24, 2008|via=newspapers.com}}</ref> During their first-round sweep over the ], Dupuis recorded two assists in four games.<ref name="Anderson"/> The Penguins then faced the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference semifinals, whom they beat in six games.<ref>{{cite web |title=Penguins oust Rangers in OT |url=https://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/penguins-oust-rangers-in-ot-3285075.php |publisher=] |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=May 5, 2008}}</ref> Dupuise was one of six players to score in the Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the ] to lead the Penguins to the ].<ref>{{cite web |title=Penguins advance to Stanley Cup final |url=https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/penguins-advance-to-stanley-cup-final-1.704661 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=October 19, 2023 |date=May 18, 2008}}</ref> Although Dupuis began the Finals playing on the Penguins top-line alongside Crosby and Hossa, he was demoted to the Penguins third line after the team lost Game 1 to the ].<ref>{{cite web |title=Will sudden line changes rekindle Malkin's game? |url=https://www.espn.com/nhl/playoffs2008/news/story?id=3412036 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=May 25, 2008}}</ref> Dupuis and the Penguins pushed the Red Wings to Game 6 before losing 3–2.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Stockton |first1=Sam |title=On This Day in 2008 Red Wings Win 11th Stanley Cup |url=https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/detroit-red-wings/latest-news/on-this-day-in-2008-red-wings-win-11th-stanley-cup |publisher=The Hockey News |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=June 4, 2024}}</ref> Following their loss, Dupuis finished the playoffs with two goals and five assists for seven points through 20 playoff games.<ref name="EP"/> | ||
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Although Dupuis was eligible for unrestricted free agency following the 2007–08 season, he signed a three-year contract extension to remain with the Penguins.<ref>{{cite |
Although Dupuis was eligible for ] following the 2007–08 season, he signed a three-year contract extension on July 1, 2008, to remain with the Penguins.<ref>{{cite web |title=Pittsburgh Penguins re-sign Pascal Dupuis to three-year deal |url=https://thehockeynews.com/news/pittsburgh-penguins-re-sign-pascal-dupuis-to-three-year-deal |publisher=The Hockey News |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=July 1, 2008}}</ref> When Dupuis returned to the Penguins for the ], he rejoined the top line alongside Crosby.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Anderson |first1=Shelly |title=Pascal Dupuis a good fit on Penguins' top line |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/10/20/Pascal-Dupuis-a-good-fit-on-Penguins-top-line/stories/200810200119 |access-date=October 20, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=October 20, 2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231020014554/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/10/20/Pascal-Dupuis-a-good-fit-on-Penguins-top-line/stories/200810200119 |archive-date=October 20, 2023}}</ref> Winger ] joined the duo on the top line but failed to produce enough points over a five-game trial.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Molinari |first1=Dave |title=Penguins' Miroslav Satan and Sidney Crosby have meshed their skills |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/11/06/Penguins-Miroslav-Satan-and-Sidney-Crosby-have-meshed-their-skills/stories/200811060342 |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=November 6, 2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201022091855/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/11/06/Penguins-Miroslav-Satan-and-Sidney-Crosby-have-meshed-their-skills/stories/200811060342 |archive-date=October 22, 2020}}</ref> In early November, Dupuis suffered a short-term injury in practice which caused him to miss two games.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Anderson |first1=Shelly |title=Penguins' road trip rocked by injuries, losses; ends on promising note |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/11/03/Penguins-road-trip-rocked-by-injuries-losses-ends-on-promising-note/stories/200811030158 |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=November 3, 2008}}</ref> Before his first game back, Dupuis was tested on the left wing of ] and ].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Molinari |first1=Dave |title=Penguins Notebook: Dupuis says he will return to lineup tonight vs. Oilers |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2008/11/06/Penguins-Notebook-Dupuis-says-he-will-return-to-lineup-tonight-vs-Oilers/stories/200811060484 |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=November 6, 2008}}</ref> On December 11, 2008, Dupuis and Sýkora both scored their first NHL ]s in a 9–2 win over the ].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Anderson |first1=Shelly |title=Hat tricks help Penguins snap losing streak |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/12/11/Hat-tricks-help-Penguins-snap-losing-streak/stories/200812110439 |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=December 11, 2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140513015212/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/2008/12/11/Hat-tricks-help-Penguins-snap-losing-streak/stories/200812110439 |archive-date=May 13, 2014}}</ref> As the season continued, Dupuis remained on Crosby's wing until head coach ] was replaced with ] in February 2009. Under Bylsma, Dupuis fell down the line-up and remained in the bottom six throughout the season.<ref name="Yahoo">{{cite web |title=A Penguin's progress: Pascal Dupuis' tireless trek from playoff spare part to goal-scoring gamer |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/news/nhl--a-penguin-s-progress--pascal-dupuis--tireless-trek-from-playoff-spare-part-to-goal-scoring-gamer-185924898.html?guccounter=1 |publisher=Yahoo! |access-date=October 20, 2023 |date=May 17, 2023}}</ref> Bylsma and Dupuois later spoke about their conflicts, with Bylsma saying, "When I came here it maybe wasn't the best time for Pascal... There were some things that maybe didn't endear me to Pascal."<ref>{{cite web |last1=Burnside |first1=Scott |title=Pascal Dupuis finds home with Pens |url=https://www.espn.com/nhl/playoffs/2012/story/_/id/7807625/pittsburgh-penguins-pascal-dupuis-redefined-himself |publisher=ESPN |access-date=October 19, 2023 |date=April 12, 2012}}</ref> As the Penguins defeated the Red Wings to win the 2009 Stanley Cup, Dupuis remained pointless over 16 games while being scratched eight times.<ref name="Yahoo"/> | ||
Following the Penguins Stanley Cup win, Dupuis was informed by Bylsma that his role with the team depended upon him returning to training camp in better shape.<ref name="Rossi">{{cite web |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Rossi: Remember Penguins' Dupuis for getting up |url=https://archive.triblive.com/sports/penguins/rossi-remember-penguins-dupuis-for-getting-up/ |website=TribLIVE.com |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=December 8, 2015}}</ref> To regain his top-six position, Dupuis added bicycle riding to his off-season training regimen.<ref name="works">{{cite news |last1=Anderson |first1=Shelly |title=Penguins' Dupuis works for increased role |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2009/11/05/Penguins-Dupuis-works-for-increased-role/stories/200911050394 |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=November 5, 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250110005450/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2009/11/05/Penguins-Dupuis-works-for-increased-role/stories/200911050394 |archive-date=January 10, 2025}}</ref> He returned to the Penguins training camp in better shape and won their annual camp speed test.<ref name="Rossi"/> After going pointless over the Penguin's first six games of the season, Dupuis picked up momentum and collected five points over nine games. He also earned the trust of coach Bylsma and was promoted to the Penguin's second line following an injury to Malkin.<ref name="works"/> While playing on this line, Dupuis scored his 100th career NHL goal on November 14, 2009, against the ].<ref>{{cite news |title=Penguins take down Bruins in OT |url=https://www.metrowestdailynews.com/story/news/2009/11/15/penguins-take-down-bruins-in/41326161007/ |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=MetroWest Daily News |date=November 14, 2009}}</ref> After suffering an injury in a game against the New York Islanders on January 19, 2010,<ref>{{cite web |title=Crosby, Malkin too potent for Islanders |url=https://www.cbc.ca/amp/1.887273 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=January 19, 2010}}</ref> Dupuis missed one game to recover before returning to the Penguins lineup.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Penguins put effort on power play |url=https://archive.triblive.com/local/local-news/penguins-put-effort-on-power-play/ |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=January 25, 2010}}</ref> Once the league resumed following the ], Dupuis recorded five goals and four assists for nine points over 13 games.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Falcon |first1=Laura |title=Pittsburgh Penguins: Pascal Dupuis, Jordan Staal Are Post-Olympic MVPs |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/372763-pittsburgh-penguins-pascal-dupuis-jordan-staal-are-post-olympic-mvps |publisher=Bleacher Report |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=April 3, 2010}}</ref> His improved play, as well as an injury to Bill Guerin, earned him a promotion to the Penguins top line.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Yohe |first1=Josh |title=Dupuis' production creates pleasant dilemma |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/dupuis-production-creates-pleasant-dilemma/ |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=March 9, 2010}}</ref> He finished the regular season with a career-high 18 goals and 20 assists for 38 points through 81 games.<ref name="EP"/> As the Penguins finished 4th in the Eastern Conference standings, they faced the fifth-seed ] in the conference quarter-finals.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Burnside |first1=Scott |title=First-round breakdown: Pens-Sens |url=https://www.espn.com.au/nhl/playoffs/2010/columns/story?columnist=burnside_scott&id=5077270 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=April 12, 2010}}</ref> In Game 6 of the series, Dupuis scored in overtime to help the Penguins eliminate the Senators from the playoffs and advance to the semi-finals.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Burnside |first1=Scott |title='We showed that we're back' |url=https://www.espn.com/nhl/playoffs/2010/columns/story?columnist=burnside_scott&id=5133698 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=April 24, 2010}}</ref> | |||
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Following Guerin's retirement in the 2010 off-season, Dupuis found himself back on Crosby's line full-time, along with ].<ref name="Rorabaugh">{{cite news |last1=Rorabaugh |first1=Seth |title=Double Team: Pascal Dupuis proved quite a bit with Wild and Penguins |url=https://triblive.com/sports/double-team-pascal-dupuis-proved-quite-a-bit-with-wild-and-penguins/ |access-date=October 19, 2023 |publisher=] |date=July 7, 2020}}</ref> The trio immediately found success as a line and helped lead the Penguins to a 13–1–1 record through November, including 10 consecutive wins.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Mirtle |first1=James |title=Wingmen Kunitz and Dupuis happy in Sid the Kid's shadow |url=https://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/hockey/wingmen-kunitz-and-dupuis-happy-in-sid-the-kids-shadow/article1318677/ |access-date=January 9, 2025 |publisher=The Globe and Mail |date=December 7, 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151007224425/https://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/hockey/wingmen-kunitz-and-dupuis-happy-in-sid-the-kids-shadow/article1318677/ |archive-date=October 7, 2015}}</ref> While Crosby led the team with 30 goals by the end of December, Dupuis had accumulated four and Kunitz had added seven.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Guys not named Sid, Geno need to put puck in net |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/guys-not-named-sid-geno-need-to-put-puck-in-net/ |access-date=October 20, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=December 28, 2010}}</ref> On December 18, in an 8–3 win over the ], Dupuis recorded his 300th career NHL point.<ref>{{cite web |title=Evgeni Malkin's hat trick keys Penguins' drubbing of Sabres |url=https://www.espn.co.uk/nhl/recap/_/gameId/400047215 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=October 20, 2023 |date=December 18, 2011}}</ref> After Crosby suffered a concussion during the ], ] was tested out as the new centre between Kunitz and Dupuis.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Mild concussion sidelines Crosby against Canadiens |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/mild-concussion-sidelines-crosby-against-canadiens/ |access-date=October 20, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=January 7, 2011}}</ref> Letestu was eventually replaced with ] by the end of January.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Injured Crosby doesn't go to Montreal with Penguins |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/injured-crosby-doesnt-go-to-montreal-with-penguins/ |access-date=October 20, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=January 31, 2011}}</ref> After ] was acquired from the ] at the NHL trade deadline, he became the left winger between Staal and Dupuis on the Penguins' top line.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Neal debuts on Penguins' top line |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/neal-debuts-on-penguins-top-line/ |access-date=October 20, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=February 24, 2011}}</ref> Dupuis finished the regular season with 17 points and 20 assists for 37 points through 81 games.<ref name=":2011 contract">{{cite web |title=Pens Sign Dupuis To 2-Year Deal |url=https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/pens-sign-dupuis-to-2-year-deal/ |publisher=CBS News |access-date=October 19, 2023 |date=June 28, 2011}}</ref> As the fourth-seeded team, the Penguins qualified for the ] and faced the ] in the Quarter-finals.<ref>{{cite web |last1=La Torre |first1=JC |title=2011 NHL Playoffs: Tampa Bay Lightning-Pittsburgh Penguins Preview |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/663389-2011-nhl-playoffs-tampa-bay-lightning-pittsburgh-penguins-preview |publisher=Bleacher Report |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=April 12, 2011}}</ref> Dupuis scored a goal in a losing effort in Game 6,<ref>{{cite web |last1=Myers |first1=Alison |title=2011 NHL Playoffs: Keys to a Pittsburgh Penguins Victory in Game 7 |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/679910-2011-nhl-playoffs-keys-to-a-pittsburgh-penguins-victory-in-game-7 |publisher=Bleacher Report |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=April 26, 2011}}</ref> and the team was eventually eliminated in Game 7.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Penguins make quiet exit from postseason |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/penguins-make-quiet-exit-from-postseason/ |access-date=October 20, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=April 28, 2011}}</ref> On June 28, 2011, Dupuis signed a two-year contract with the Penguins, keeping him through the 2012–13 season.<ref name=":2011 contract"/> | ||
While Crosby remained out for the majority of the ] due to lingering health issues, Dupuis established career-highs in goals with 25, assists with 34, and points with 59 through 82 games.<ref name="Rorabaugh" /> Dupuis started the season with Malkin and Kunitz before returning to Crosby's wing during his brief return in November. When Crosby was deemed unfit to play again, Dupuis skated on a line with |
While Crosby remained out for the majority of the ] due to lingering health issues, Dupuis established career-highs in goals with 25, assists with 34, and points with 59 through 82 games.<ref name="Rorabaugh" /> Dupuis started the season with Malkin and Kunitz before returning to Crosby's wing during his brief return in November. When Crosby was deemed unfit to play again, Dupuis skated on a line with Staal and ].<ref name="Graves">{{cite news |last1=Graves |first1=Will |title=Dupuis quietly thriving for Penguins |url=https://wcfcourier.com/sports/hockey/dupuis-quietly-thriving-for-penguins/article_c8b1fd70-77d0-11e1-bcb7-001871e3ce6c.html |access-date=October 21, 2023 |publisher=] |date=March 28, 2012 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20231020014808/https://wcfcourier.com/sports/hockey/dupuis-quietly-thriving-for-penguins/article_c8b1fd70-77d0-11e1-bcb7-001871e3ce6c.html |archive-date=October 20, 2023}}</ref> The trio were so effective that they remained together on the Penguins' second line even when Crosby returned in March.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Bradford |first1=Chris |title=Chemistry of top lines relegates Crosby to No. 3 |url=https://www.timesonline.com/story/sports/nhl/2012/03/13/chemistry-top-lines-relegates-crosby/18434607007/ |access-date=October 21, 2023 |work=The Times |date=March 13, 2012}}</ref> The second line combined for 15 goals during the Penguins 11-game winning streak that eventually helped them clinch a spot in the ].<ref name="Graves" /> He finished the regular season on a 17-game point streak that ranked as the third-longest in franchise history and the longest active streak in the NHL's 2011–12 season.<ref name="best">{{cite news |last1=Anderson |first1=Shelly |title=Dupuis was best at setting bests |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2012/04/09/Dupuis-was-best-at-setting-bests/stories/201204090145 |access-date=October 22, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |date=April 9, 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231022024727/https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2012/04/09/Dupuis-was-best-at-setting-bests/stories/201204090145 |archive-date=October 22, 2023}}</ref> Beyond setting new career highs with 25 goals and 34 assists, Dupuis also set career highs in game winning goals with eight and shots on goal with 214.<ref name="best" /> Dupuis was also among only five Penguins players who scored at least 20 goals during the season.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Harlan |first1=Chris |title=Penguins veterans value Cup more than big dollars |url=https://archive.triblive.com/news/penguins-veterans-value-cup-more-than-big-dollars/ |access-date=October 21, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=April 9, 2012}}</ref> He continued his streak to 19 games by adding two more points in Stanley Cup playoffs before the Penguins were eliminated by the rival Philadelphia Flyers.<ref name="Metzer">{{cite news |last1=Metzer |first1=Brian |title=Dupuis an afterthought no more |url=https://www.timesonline.com/story/sports/nhl/2013/01/21/dupuis-afterthought-no-more/18462570007/ |access-date=October 21, 2023 |work=The Times |date=January 21, 2013}}</ref> | ||
While the ] was delayed due to the ], Dupuis remained in Pittsburgh and trained with various teammates four times a week.<ref>{{cite web |title=Penguins hope cohesion leads to success when NHL lockout ends |url=https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/penguins-hope-cohesion-leads-to-success-when-nhl-lockout-ends-1.1307036 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=January 3, 2013}}</ref> When the NHL eventually resumed play, Dupuis was reunited with Crosby and Kunitz |
While the ] was delayed due to the ], Dupuis remained in Pittsburgh and trained with various teammates four times a week.<ref>{{cite web |title=Penguins hope cohesion leads to success when NHL lockout ends |url=https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/penguins-hope-cohesion-leads-to-success-when-nhl-lockout-ends-1.1307036 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=January 3, 2013}}</ref> They developed an arrangement with a local sporting goods store operator to assist with laundry and other necessities.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Burnside |first1=Scott |title=Lockout mentality wears on Dupuis |url=https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/8541094/nhl-pittsburgh-penguins-pascal-dupuis-worn-lockout |publisher=ESPN |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=October 23, 2012}}</ref> When the NHL eventually resumed play, Dupuis was reunited with Crosby and Kunitz<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rossi |first1=Rob |title=Bylsma eyes other guy for Malkin-Neal line |url=https://archive.triblive.com/sports/penguins/bylsma-eyes-other-guy-for-malkin-neal-line/ |access-date=October 21, 2023 |publisher=Pittsburgh Tribune-Review |date=January 7, 2013}}</ref> and played on the team's second power-play unit.<ref name="Metzer"/> During the month of March, Dupuis and the Penguins maintained a 15-game winning streak that was snapped on April 2, 2013.<ref>{{cite web |title=Sabres snap Penguins’ 15-game winning streak |url=https://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/sabres-snap-penguins-15-game-winning-streak/ |publisher=Sportsnet |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=April 2, 2013}}</ref> Over this stretch, Dupuis recorded 10 goals and became the first player to record a positive ] rating through a team's 14-game win streak since ] in 1984.<ref name="jam">{{cite web |title=Morning jam: Dupuis proving double-plus good |url=https://www.espn.com/blog/nhl/post/_/id/23031/morning-jam-dupuis-proving-double-plus-good |publisher=ESPN |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=March 29, 2013}}</ref> Dupuis finished the lock-out-shortened regular season with 20 goals and 38 points through 48 games<ref name="Rorabaugh"/> and became the first Penguins player since 1995 to lead the NHL in plus-minus.<ref name=":2013 contract">{{cite web |title=Penguins re-sign Dupuis to four-year deal |url=https://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/pittsburgh-penguins-re-sign-pascal-dupuis-to-four-year-deal/ |publisher=Sportsnet |access-date=October 19, 2023 |date=July 3, 2013}}</ref> Dupuis continued to score throughout the ] and set new career-highs in goals and points by the time the Penguins were eliminated. He started the playoffs by recording five goals and two assists through the Penguin's six-game series against the New York Islanders.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brooks Orpik's OT goal leads Penguins to series win over Islanders |url=https://www.espn.com/nhl/recap/_/gameId/400462026 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=May 12, 2013}}</ref> He added his sixth goal in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals to secure the league lead in goals.<ref>{{cite web |title=Penguins F Pascal Dupuis stealing spotlight - and goals - from superstar teammates |url=https://thehockeynews.com/news/penguins-f-pascal-dupuis-stealing-spotlight-and-goals-from-superstar-teammates |publisher=The Hockey News |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=May 15, 2013}}</ref> However, Dupuis collected only one assist in the Penguins four-game loss to the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference Final.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Goss |first1=Nicholas |title=Penguins vs. Bruins: Dominant 'D' Powers Boston to Stunning Sweep, Cup Final |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1666163-bruins-vs-penguins-dominant-d-powers-boston-to-stunning-sweep-cup-final |publisher=Bleacher Report |access-date=January 9, 2025 |date=June 8, 2013}}</ref> As an impending free agent on July 2, 2013, Dupuis opted to remain in Pittsburgh and signed a four-year, $15 million contract extension.<ref name=":2013 contract"/> | ||
The 2012–13 season |
The 2012–13 season proved to be Dupuis's last before health issues began to mount, ultimately leading to his retirement.<ref name="Johnston">{{cite web |last1=Johnston |first1=Mike |title=Penguins' Dupuis discusses blood clots, future |url=https://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/penguins-dupuis-discusses-blood-clots-future/ |publisher=Sportsnet |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=February 27, 2015}}</ref> While Dupuis started the ] healthy, he suffered a season-ending knee injury on December 23, 2013, during a game against the Ottawa Senators. After Crosby was hip-checked by Senators defenceman ], Crosby then collided with Dupuis. At the time of the injury, Dupuis had amassed 7 goals and 13 assists over 39 games.<ref>{{cite web |title=Pascal Dupuis could miss rest of season: Bylsma |url=https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/pascal-dupuis-could-miss-rest-of-season-bylsma-1.2477335 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=December 27, 2013}}</ref> Dupuis later theorized that his issues with blood clots began with this injury, saying, "The clot probably started in my calf when my leg was immobilized on the flight back from Ottawa . My lung wasn’t getting blood supply and was slowly dying."<ref name="Johnston" /> Seven weeks later, Dupuis underwent successful surgery to repair his torn ] in his right knee.<ref>{{cite web|url =http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=704857| title = Penguins' Dupuis has successful knee surgery| publisher = National Hockey League| date = February 12, 2014|accessdate = October 21, 2023|archive-date = February 13, 2014| archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20140213043333/http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=704857|url-status=live}}</ref> While recovering from the surgery, blood clots were found in his leg and he was placed on blood thinners for six months.<ref name="blood">{{cite web |title=Penguins' Dupuis Diagnosed With Blood Clot In His Lung; Will Be Sidelined At Least Six Months |url=http://penguins.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=739936 |publisher=National Hockey League |access-date=October 21, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304071803/http://penguins.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=739936 |archive-date=March 4, 2016 |date=November 19, 2014}}</ref> | ||
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After recovering from surgery, Dupuis returned to the Penguins line-up for the ]. He made his season debut on October 9 with a four-point effort against the ] but began suffering health issues once again as the season progressed.<ref name="Johnston" /> On October 16, during the second period of a game against the Dallas Stars, Dupuis was crosschecked to the ice by an opponent and while prone was struck by the puck near the back of his neck on a shot by teammate ]. He was eventually stretchered off the ice.<ref>{{cite web |title=Pascal Dupuis returns to ice day after being hit with puck |url=https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/pascal-dupuis-returns-to-ice-day-after-being-hit-with-puck-1.2803765 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=October 17, 2014}}</ref> While Dupuis would return to action days later, he began experiencing chest pains in November.<ref name="Johnston" /> Eventually, Dupuis was diagnosed with a blood clot in the lung on November 19 and was expected to miss the remainder of the season to rest and recover. He was also placed on blood thinners for the second time. At the time of this announcement, Dupuis had amassed 6 goals and 11 points through 16 games this season.<ref name="blood" /> | ||
Dupuis returned to play in the ], but suffered a lower back injury in October and was expected to miss four |
Dupuis returned to play in the ], but suffered a lower back injury in October and was expected to miss four to five weeks to recover.<ref>{{cite web|last=Leahy|first=Sean|title=Penguins' Pascal Dupuis sidelined 4–5 weeks with lower-body injury |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/penguins--pascal-dupuis-sidelined-4-5-weeks-with-lower-body-injury-141652852.html |publisher=Yahoo! |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=October 6, 2015}}</ref> He eventually made his regular season debut on October 22 against the Dallas Stars.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Leahy |first1=Sean |title=Pascal Dupuis to make return to Penguins lineup vs. Stars |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/pascal-dupuis-returns-to-penguins-lineup-for-first-time-in-nearly-a-year-180948696.html |publisher=Yahoo |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=October 22, 2015}}</ref> On December 8, 2015, having twice left games in progress due to ill health, he announced that he was unable to play hockey any longer. He was placed on ] but remained under contract with the Penguins.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://penguins.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=791588&navid=DL | title = Pens' Dupuis Will No Longer Play Hockey Because of Medical Condition | publisher = ] | date = December 8, 2015 | accessdate = December 9, 2015 | archive-date = March 4, 2016 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160304195941/http://penguins.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=791588&navid=DL | url-status = live}}</ref> On February 17, 2016, Dupuis received the inaugural Dapper Dan Courage Award as a "Pittsburgh-area athlete who best exemplifies the meaning of perseverance by overcoming adversity while serving as an inspiration to their teammates or organization."<ref>{{cite web |last1=Clinton |first1=Jared |title=PENGUINS GIVE DUPUIS TOUCHING TRIBUTE AS HE'S HONORED WITH COURAGE AWARD |url=https://thehockeynews.com/news/penguins-give-dupuis-touching-tribute-as-hes-honored-with-courage-award |publisher=The Hockey News |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=February 18, 2016}}</ref> On May 1, 2016, Dupuis was announced as one of the finalists for the ] along with ], and ].<ref>{{Cite web |date=May 1, 2016 |title=Masterton finalists: Jaromir Jagr, Pascal Dupuis, Mats Zuccarello |url=https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/15441339/jaromir-jagr-pascal-dupuis-mats-zuccarello-finalists-bill-masterton-memorial-trophy |access-date=October 28, 2024 |website=ESPN |agency=Associated Press}}</ref> Jágr was announced as the winner on June 22.<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 22, 2016 |title=Panthers' Jaromir Jagr wins Bill Masterton Trophy for sportsmanship |url=https://www.foxsports.com/stories/other/panthers-jaromir-jagr-wins-bill-masterton-trophy-for-sportsmanship |access-date=October 28, 2024 |website=FOX Sports}}</ref> Although he retired in December, Dupuis was able to lift the Stanley Cup when the Pittsburgh Penguins won it for the fourth time in the ].<ref>{{cite web |last1=Denomme |first1=Ian |title=REPORT: IF PENGUINS WIN THE CUP, RECENTLY-RETIRED PASCAL DUPUIS WILL BE AMONG FIRST TO LIFT IT |url=https://thehockeynews.com/news/report-if-penguins-win-the-cup-recently-retired-pascal-dupuis-will-be-among-first-to-lift-it |publisher=The Hockey News |access-date=October 21, 2023 |date=June 9, 2016}}</ref> | ||
== Post-playing career == | == Post-playing career == | ||
After retiring, Dupuis moved to ], |
After retiring, Dupuis moved to ], with his family.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mackey |first=Jason |date=December 14, 2018 |title=Pascal Dupuis is in Pittsburgh, but he can't stick around too long |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2018/12/14/pascal-dupuis-retirement-penguins-news/stories/201812140110 |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=]}}</ref> He joined the Penguins' organization while still on long-term injury reserve for the ] season to work as a part-time ] out of Quebec, along with doing player development for the franchise.<ref>{{Cite web |date=August 29, 2016 |title=Pascal Dupuis To Scout For The Penguins |url=https://www.hockeyfeed.com/nhl-news/pascal-dupuis-to-scout-for-the-penguins |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=HockeyFeed}}</ref> He also joined ] as an analyst and commentator for the network throughout 2018, usually being a part of pre-game, post-game, and intermission reports.<ref>{{Cite web |date=October 18, 2016 |title=Pascal Dupuis se joint à TVA Sports |url=https://www.tvasports.ca/2016/10/18/pascal-dupuis-se-joint-a-tva-sports |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=] |language=fr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Mackey |first=Jason |date=April 3, 2018 |title=20 Penguins Thoughts: What's Pascal Dupuis doing these days? |url=https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/penguins/2018/04/03/Penguins-Pascal-Dupuis-new-life-Jason-Mackey-Thoughts/stories/201804030066 |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=]}}</ref> | ||
On August 11, 2016, the Shawinigan Cataractes retired number 16 for Dupuis and on February 4, 2017, a banner with his number was hung up at the ], becoming the 11th Cataractes player to have their number retired.<ref>{{Cite web |date=August 11, 2016 |title=Les Cataractes honoreront Pascal Dupuis |url=https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2016/08/11/les-cataractes-honoreront-pascal-dupuis |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=] |language=fr |agency=]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=May 9, 2020 |title=Pascal Dupuis accepte un poste avec les Cataractes |url=https://www.tvasports.ca/2020/05/09/pascal-dupuis-accepte-un-poste-avec-les-cataractes |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=] |language=fr |agency=]}}</ref> | |||
In 2018, Dupuis became the head coach for the Lucille-Teasdale Diabolos, the team associated with his son Cody's École Lucille-Teasdale elementary school. As the head coach, he led them in the ] Scolaire Division.<ref>{{Cite web |date=February 18, 2019 |title=Pascal Dupuis retombe en enfance à Québec |url=https://www.tvasports.ca/2019/02/18/pascal-dupuis-retombe-en-enfance-a-quebec |access-date=November 14, 2024 |website=] |language=fr}}</ref> The team went 3–0 in the group stage and advanced to the finals of the Scolaire Division playoffs, where they lost to the Nicolas-Gatineau Intrépide.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2018–2019 Pee-Wee Scolaire Standing |url=https://www.tournoipee-wee.qc.ca/en/stats/schedule.html?season=10&category=30066 |access-date=November 15, 2024 |website=]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=THE GREAT VICTORIOUS |url=https://www.tournoipee-wee.qc.ca/en/page/winners_since_1960/winners.html |access-date=November 15, 2024 |website=]}}</ref> In 2019, he became the assistant coach for the school's M15 AAA Elite hockey program.<ref name="EP" /> | |||
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In May 2020, it was announced that Dupuis would become a shareholder, and thus co-owner, of the Shawinigan Cataractes. He also became the director of hockey operations for the Cataractes.<ref>{{Cite web |date=May 9, 2020 |title=Pascal Dupuis de retour dans l'organisation des Cataractes |url=https://www.rds.ca/hockey/lhjmq/lhjmq-pascal-dupuis-de-retour-dans-l-organisation-des-cataractes-1.7463967 |access-date=December 25, 2024 |website=] |language=fr}}</ref> On November 26, 2023, the Cataractes announced that he would become a permanent assistant coach, replacing Philippe Roy. He had previously served as an assistant coach during the Cataractes' 2022 ] run.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Morin |first=Jean-François |date=November 26, 2023 |title=Pascal Dupuis de retour derrière le banc des Cataractes |url=https://ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/2030099/cataractes-shawinigan-regorganisation-entraineur |access-date=December 25, 2024 |website=] |language=fr}}</ref> | ||
== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
During the 2005 offseason, Dupuis took up the role of ] player and coach ] in the 2005 film ], a biopic about ] player ] |
During the 2005 offseason, Dupuis took up the role of ] player and coach ] in the 2005 film '']'', a biopic about ] player ]. The movie also featured other NHL players such as ], ], and ].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Erlendsson |first=Erik |date=June 12, 2005 |title=Look For Vastly Different League Upon Return |url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-tampa-tribune/159201430/ |access-date=November 16, 2024 |work=] |pages=S3}}</ref> | ||
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Dupuis has four children with his wife Carole-Lyne.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Harrison |first1=Doug |title=Pascal Dupuis, retired Penguin, gets emotional during in-game tribute |url=https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/pascal-dupuis-penguins-tribute-1.3365425 |publisher=Canadian Broadcasting Corporation |access-date=October 20, 2023 |date=December 14, 2014}}</ref> | ||
== Career statistics == | == Career statistics == | ||
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Canadian ice hockey player (born 1979)Ice hockey player
Pascal Dupuis | |||
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Dupuis with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2012 | |||
Born |
(1979-04-07) April 7, 1979 (age 45) Laval, Quebec, Canada | ||
Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) | ||
Weight | 205 lb (93 kg; 14 st 9 lb) | ||
Position | Wing | ||
Shot | Left | ||
Played for |
Minnesota Wild New York Rangers Atlanta Thrashers Pittsburgh Penguins | ||
Current QMJHL coach | Shawinigan Cataractes | ||
NHL draft | Undrafted | ||
Playing career | 2000–2016 |
Pascal Dupuis (born April 7, 1979) is a Canadian ice hockey coach and former professional ice hockey winger who is the assistant coach for the Shawinigan Cataractes of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL). Undrafted out of the 1997 NHL entry draft, he played 15 seasons in the NHL for the Minnesota Wild, New York Rangers, Atlanta Thrashers, and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Born and raised in Laval, Quebec, Dupuis played with the Laval Régents before being drafted by the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. In his first season with the Huskies, he fractured his leg which prevented him from being selected in the NHL draft. Dupuis continued his major junior career with the Huskies and the Shawinigan Cataractes, where he broke out offensively. Recording career-highs in goals, assists, and points with the Cataractes, the Minnesota Wild signed him in 2000 after an impressive showing at the Wild training camp.
Dupuis started his professional career assigned to the Wild's International Hockey League affiliate, the Cleveland Lumberjacks. After playing a full season with the Lumberjacks, openings in the Wild's roster due to injuries led to Dupuis making his NHL debut on April 2, 2001. He continued to be a mainstay until 2007, where he was traded to the New York Rangers. Dupuis was quickly dealt again to the Atlanta Thrashers, where he helped the Thrashers make their first and only postseason appearance. The following year, the Thrashers traded him to the Pittsburgh Penguins along with Marián Hossa. Expected to be nothing more than a role player with the Penguins, he contributed heavily to the team, being a part of the 2009 Stanley Cup winning team. Although Dupuis was productive with the Penguins, he started suffering multiple health issues from the 2013–14 season onwards, finally retiring in December 2015 but contractually remaining on the Pittsburgh Penguins’ long-term injury reserve list until the end of the 2016–17 NHL season. He was still considered a part of the 2016 Stanley Cup winning team, being able to hoist the cup.
Post retirement, he joined the Penguins' organization as a part-time scout out of Quebec and as a part of player development. He left the organization in 2018 to coach his son's school hockey team, the Lucille-Teasdale Diabolos, leading the team to the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament Scolaire Division finals. In 2020, he joined the Cataractes organization to become a franchise co-owner and the director of hockey operations. He has stepped down from the director of hockey operations and is currently an assistant coach with the Cataractes.
Early life
Dupuis was born on April 7, 1979, in Laval, Quebec. His father Claude was a 1974 draft pick of the Quebec Nordiques, who went on to play 120 games in the North American Hockey League with the Maine Nordiques.
As a youth, Dupuis played in the 1993 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament with the Mille-Îles Seigneurs, a minor ice hockey team from the Mille-Îles area of Laval, Quebec.
Dupuis played with the Laval Régents in Quebec Midget AAA hockey for the 1995–96 season, recording 10 goals and 15 assists in 41 games while helping lead the team to a playoff spot. His production improved rapidly in the playoffs with 11 goals and 11 assists in 14 games. Dupuis played an important part in Game 4 against the Lac St-Louis Lions, scoring two goals, including an equalizer with 1:03 left in the third period to bring the game to overtime. The Régents eventually won the game 6–5 in double overtime.
Playing career
Junior
The Rouyn-Noranda Huskies of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) selected Dupuis in the fourth round, with the 45th overall pick, of the 1996 QMJHL draft. Beginning the 1996–97 season with a shaky Huskies team who moved over the summer from Saint-Hyacinthe as the Laser, draft-eligible Dupuis intended to play every game of the season as a part of his hard work regime. During the season, he fractured his leg, significantly impacting his chances of being taken in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft. Dupuis eventually returned from the fractured leg and finished the season with 9 goals and 15 assists in 44 games. Despite being projected as a middle-round pick, Dupuis's leg fracture kept him from being drafted in 1997.
Entering the 1997–98 season, Dupuis had received a tryout offer from the Calgary Flames, inviting them to their training camp. Dupuis advanced into the main camp but did not receive an offer from the team. He returned to the Huskies to start the season, recording 9 goals and 17 assists in 39 games, a slight uptick in production from his rookie season. On January 19, 1998, the QMJHL trade deadline, Dupuis was traded to the Shawinigan Cataractes along with defenceman Dany Gauthier in exchange for defenceman Roberto Baldris. Dupuis played well with the Cataractes, recording 7 goals and 13 assists in 28 games. With 40 wins and 24 losses, the Cataractes moved onto the playoffs, losing in six to the Val-d'Or Foreurs in the Lebel division quarterfinals. Dupuis recorded two goals in the playoff series.
The 1998–98 season was Dupuis' first full year with the Cataractes. His production improved greatly over the previous season, albeit with a slower start, having only five assists in the six games beginning the season. By the end of December, he had point-per-game production with 11 goals and 24 assists in 32 games, along with being one of the top players in penalty minutes for the Cataractes. At the end of the season, Dupuis had played 57 games, recording 30 goals and 42 assists to mark his first QMJHL season with above one point-per-game production. He also had a career-high 118 penalty minutes, ranking fourth among Cataractes players. As the best team in the Lebel division, the Cataractes received a bye and were eventually paired against the Hull Olympiques, a series that was lost in six.
Entering the 1999–2000 season as one of the top players on the Cataractes roster, Dupuis quickly cemented himself as one of the top producers on the team, leading the team in goals by the end of November with 19 goals in 31 games. He also recorded 19 assists, placing himself in the top three players by points, with Dominic Forget and Alexandre Tremblay placing ahead of him respectively. In his 200th game in the QMJHL, Dupuis scored two goals against the Sherbrooke Castors in a 5–3 win, and then was suspended for 2 games following the win. In a previous game, Dupuis had been involved in a line brawl with the Val-d'Or Foreurs. Other players and staff were suspended beginning at one game up to five games and fines were issued up to $1,000 CAD. After an eight-point game against the Halifax Mooseheads on March 10, 2000, Dupuis was named QMJHL Offensive Player of the Week on March 14 after recording five goals and seven assists in two games. The Cataractes entered the playoffs on top of the central division in the Lebel conference. Shawinigan first played against the Victoriaville Tigres, winning the series in 6. Dupuis recorded 11 goals and 3 assists in the 6 games. The Cataractes advanced to the conference semifinals against the Drummondville Voltigeurs, losing a close series in 7. Dupuis's production dropped in the conference semifinals, only increasing his point total up to 22 to end the playoffs. Dupuis ended the 1999–2000 season with 50 goals and 55 assists in 61 games, recording production close to two points-per-game.
Professional
Minnesota Wild (2000–2007)
At the beginning of the 2000–01 season, Dupuis was invited to the Minnesota Wild rookie tryout camp after being recommended by Wild head scout Tom Thompson. After progressing through the main camp being described as a hard-working skater with a hard shot, Dupuis was signed by the Wild on September 18, 2000. Following the signing, Dupuis along with four other players were assigned to the Wild's top minor affiliate in the International Hockey League, the Cleveland Lumberjacks. It took more than a month from the start of the 2000–01 IHL season for Dupuis to begin producing, scoring his first professional goal on November 12 against the Kansas City Blades in a 3–0 victory. Nearing the end of the 2000–01 NHL season in April, Wild left winger Cam Stewart suffered a leg injury. As a replacement, the Wild called up Dupuis from the Lumberjacks to fill in Stewart's spot. He made his NHL debut on April 2, 2001, against the San Jose Sharks. During his debut, he scored his first NHL goal to open the game up to 1–0, only elapsing 6:04 in the first period. After 4 games with the Wild, Dupuis was sent back to the Lumberjacks. At the Lumberjacks' awards banquet, Dupuis was named the Lumberjacks Top Rookie of the Year. The Lumberjacks moved onto the playoffs, where they were swept by the Grand Rapids Griffins in the Turner Cup quarterfinals. Dupuis did not have a single point throughout the series. By the end of the season, Dupuis had recorded 19 goals and 24 assists in 70 games with the Lumberjacks.
Dupuis entered the 2001–02 season attempting to gain a spot on the left wing for the Wild, competing against Matt Johnson, Sylvain Blouin, and Cam Stewart. After Cam Stewart suffered a concussion during the preseason, Wild head coach Jacques Lemaire hinted that Dupuis would start the season with the Wild, saying his game would only develop in the NHL. By the beginning of the season, Dupuis had gained a spot on the right wing paired with Matt Johnson and Aaron Gavey. Dupuis was slow to begin producing for the second season in a row, recording his first goal 12 games into the season against the New York Rangers in a 1–3 loss. Dupuis continued having regular production until January, where he went the whole month without scoring a goal. Dupuis admitted that he was worried but used the All-Star break as a recharge and following the return, he scored 2 goals in 4 games. Although playing well in his role on his line and the Wild penalty kill, a lacklustre performance from the team forced them to miss the playoffs. Dupuis ended the season with 15 goals and 12 assists in 76 games.
For the 2002–03 season, Dupuis continued to participate in the Wild training camp but did not have to work as hard compared to the 2001–02 training camp to secure a spot. Dupuis started on the season-opening roster along with the left-wingers from the last season, minus Hnat Domenichelli who joined during the 2001–02 season. He opened up the 2002–03 season with a hot streak, having 3 goals in 3 consecutive games, a career-high, and 4 assists in only 9 games. Dupuis continued his hot streak into the end of November, recording 3 goals and 4 assists in another 9 games. The success was cited by Wild head coach Lemaire from a line that had Dupuis paired with rookie Pierre-Marc Bouchard and Marián Gáborík. The hot streak by Dupuis eventually subsided but continued to be a productive player on the ice. On January 16, 2003, Dupuis recorded his first two-goal NHL game against the Vancouver Canucks in a 5–3 win. With Dupuis's help, the Wild made their first postseason appearance in franchise history as the 6th seed and were paired against 3 seed Colorado Avalanche. During the playoffs, Dupuis continued to be on the top line with Bouchard and Gáborík. The Wild won their first series 4–3 and advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals against the Vancouver Canucks, where Dupuis suffered a lower-body injury. Dupuis returned quicker than expected from injury and scored two goals in game 7 to secure a 4–2 victory and an advance to the Conference Finals against the Anaheim Mighty Ducks. The Wild were subsequently swept by the Mighty Ducks, leaving Dupuis with 4 goals and 4 assists in 16 playoff games, and 20 goals and 28 assists in 80 regular-season games. This marked a career-high in goals, assists, and points for Dupuis which would not be broken until the 2011–12 season.
On July 1, 2003, the Wild extended a qualifying offer to Dupuis, who was classified as a restricted free agent following the expiration of his three-year entry-level contract. It included a 10-percent raise from the previous contract, an offer that Dupuis would sit on throughout the offseason. On August 25, the Wild resubmitted an offer which would involve Dupuis being signed to the Wild for four years. Dupuis continued to hold out as negotiations continued between the Wild and his agent, Allan Walsh. He finally signed a three-year, $2.5 million contract on October 24 that included multiple bonuses adding up to $1.8 million, depending on how Dupuis was played and used as a part of the team. He rejoined the team after 8 games, where he would have a lower point total throughout the season, only having 10 points by the end of 2003. On March 5, 2004 in a game against the Los Angeles Kings, Dupuis suffered an ankle injury which forced him out of 9 games. The flu compounded on as a reason not to return, along with his 10th game away being a healthy scratch against the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 24. The Wild failed to qualify for the playoffs despite a deep playoff run the previous year. Dupuis ended the season with 11 goals and 15 assists in 59 games, a drop in points-per-game and games played.
With the 2004–05 NHL lock-out putting a halt on the 2004–05 season, Dupuis joined a four-on-four charity hockey series named the McDonald's Caravan. The series included 40 NHL players such as Roberto Luongo, Mike Ribeiro, and Vincent Damphousse as they toured around Quebec from late October to mid-December. All proceeds from the charity series went to the Ronald McDonald House Charities and other charities in the area, which was able to make more than $44,000 in one stop. Pittsburgh Penguins player André Roy said that the series was enjoyable and helped the players stay connected with each other during the lock-out season. On January 13, 2005, Dupuis signed with HC Ajoie in the National League B, the second tier of Swiss hockey. During his 8 appearances with HC Ajoie, he scored 5 goals and provided 5 assists. In 6 relegation-stage games, he recorded 6 goals and 8 assists.
When the NHL returned in 2005–06, Dupuis continued to be a mainstay in the Wild's roster. In late October, he suffered a groin injury which forced him to sit out for three games. By late November, he became the player with the most shots without a goal in the season at 43. On November 23, Dupuis broke the streak by scoring 2 goals against the Edmonton Oilers in a 3–4 loss. In January 2006, he suffered a separated shoulder which expected him to out of play for two weeks. Dupuis returned on February 8 against the Los Angeles Kings, where he and Marián Gáborík together scored 5 powerplay goals in a 5–1 win, a franchise record. The Minnesota Wild failed to make the playoffs for a second year in a row after achieving a 38–36–8 record. Dupuis had 10 goals and 16 assists in 67 games, which he was criticized for mentioning the 2003–04 contract dispute along with having the fifth-most ice time among all Wild forwards.
During the 2006 offseason, the Minnesota Wild let Dupuis' contract run out, making him a restricted free agent on July 1. On July 14, he was resigned to a one-year, $798,000 contract offered by the Wild as a qualifying offer. He began the 2006–07 season at left wing on the first line with new signing Pavol Demitra and Marián Gáborík. He was knocked out of play after the beginning of the season in October, suffering a sprained knee. In mid-December, Dupuis's relationship with the Wild's head coach Jacques Lemaire had significantly weakened after leaving a practice when given an ultimatum by Lemaire. Reports of the situation came out on January 14, 2007; that Lemaire was annoyed and Dupuis would be put up on the trading block for the other 29 teams. In 48 games, Dupuis had registered 10 goals and 3 assists with the Wild.
New York Rangers and Atlanta Thrashers (2007–2008)
On February 9, 2007, Dupuis was traded to the New York Rangers in exchange for Adam Hall, marking the Rangers' second trade in five days; an attempt to get back into the Eastern Conference playoff race after mediocre performances in December and January. Tom Renney, the Rangers head coach said that Dupuis was a good fit for the team as a "real sound defensive player", along with his speed and offensive ability being an extra help. Wild general manager Doug Risebrough on February 26 confirmed the trade was made for a chemistry change in the locker room, along with the making of a physical offensive line. Dupuis made his Rangers debut on February 16 against the Carolina Hurricanes in a 4–1 win. He scored his first and only goal with the team via a one-timer pass from Matt Cullen with 16:19 left in the second period, making it a 3–1 game.
On February 27, 2007, he was traded along with the Rangers' third-round pick in the 2007 NHL entry draft to the Atlanta Thrashers for prospect Alex Bourret. As the last trade for the Thrashers on trade deadline day, Thrashers head coach Bob Hartley commented on the trade saying that Dupuis was a "real fast skater" and that he would help with their penalty-killing unit, which was 28th out of 30th in the league at the time of the trade. Dupuis made his Thrashers debut on March 2 against the Ottawa Senators in a 4–2 win. With 4:56 left in the third period, he scored his first goal with Atlanta by a backhander off a pass from Brad Larsen. Following the trade, Dupuis found himself on the penalty kill paired with Éric Bélanger, Larsen, and J. P. Vigier, with an improved success rate of 56 out of 62 penalties killed in the first month. After Jon Sim was declared out for a week due to a broken left orbital bone, Dupuis filled in on the first line with Ilya Kovalchuk and Keith Tkachuk, saying he had high expectations for the line. The acquisition of Dupuis along with other players helped the Thrashers performance in March and April to make their first and only playoff appearance in franchise history. In the playoffs, Dupuis was slotted into a veteran third line with Bobby Holík and Larsen. Although the third line had the most production through the series, with Dupuis scoring a goal in Game 1, the Thrashers were swept in the first round by the New York Rangers. This was the first series win for the Rangers since 1997. On July 1 as an unrestricted free agent, Dupuis resigned with the Thrashers on a one-year deal.
Entering the 2007–08 season, Dupuis returned back to the third line with rookie Bryan Little and veteran addition Éric Perrin. It was expected that Dupuis would be a major contributor to the penalty kill again along with offseason additions Éric Perrin and Todd White, which ranked 26th in the previous season. The Thrashers started out with a 6-game losing streak resulting in head coach Bob Hartley being fired. The day after, Dupuis scored his first goal of the season in a 5–2 win over the New York Rangers, the first win of the season. An improved performance from the Thrashers from November to January saw Dupuis record 10 goals and 5 assists in 62 games. He scored his last goal with the Thrashers in a 1–2 loss against the Vancouver Canucks on February 8, 2008, the day before he was traded.
Pittsburgh Penguins (2008–2015)
On February 9, 2008, Dupuis was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins, along with Marián Hossa, in exchange for Colby Armstrong, Erik Christensen, Angelo Esposito and their first-round pick in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. He scored two goals and 10 assists for 12 points through 16 games with the Penguins as they qualified for the 2008 Stanley Cup playoffs. As the Penguins advanced through the playoffs, Hossa and Dupuis flanked Sidney Crosby as the top line wingers. During their first-round sweep over the Ottawa Senators, Dupuis recorded two assists in four games. The Penguins then faced the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference semifinals, whom they beat in six games. Dupuise was one of six players to score in the Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Philadelphia Flyers to lead the Penguins to the 2008 Stanley Cup Finals. Although Dupuis began the Finals playing on the Penguins top-line alongside Crosby and Hossa, he was demoted to the Penguins third line after the team lost Game 1 to the Detroit Red Wings. Dupuis and the Penguins pushed the Red Wings to Game 6 before losing 3–2. Following their loss, Dupuis finished the playoffs with two goals and five assists for seven points through 20 playoff games.
Although Dupuis was eligible for unrestricted free agency following the 2007–08 season, he signed a three-year contract extension on July 1, 2008, to remain with the Penguins. When Dupuis returned to the Penguins for the 2008–09 season, he rejoined the top line alongside Crosby. Winger Miroslav Satan joined the duo on the top line but failed to produce enough points over a five-game trial. In early November, Dupuis suffered a short-term injury in practice which caused him to miss two games. Before his first game back, Dupuis was tested on the left wing of Evgeni Malkin and Petr Sýkora. On December 11, 2008, Dupuis and Sýkora both scored their first NHL hat-tricks in a 9–2 win over the New York Islanders. As the season continued, Dupuis remained on Crosby's wing until head coach Michel Therrien was replaced with Dan Bylsma in February 2009. Under Bylsma, Dupuis fell down the line-up and remained in the bottom six throughout the season. Bylsma and Dupuois later spoke about their conflicts, with Bylsma saying, "When I came here it maybe wasn't the best time for Pascal... There were some things that maybe didn't endear me to Pascal." As the Penguins defeated the Red Wings to win the 2009 Stanley Cup, Dupuis remained pointless over 16 games while being scratched eight times.
Following the Penguins Stanley Cup win, Dupuis was informed by Bylsma that his role with the team depended upon him returning to training camp in better shape. To regain his top-six position, Dupuis added bicycle riding to his off-season training regimen. He returned to the Penguins training camp in better shape and won their annual camp speed test. After going pointless over the Penguin's first six games of the season, Dupuis picked up momentum and collected five points over nine games. He also earned the trust of coach Bylsma and was promoted to the Penguin's second line following an injury to Malkin. While playing on this line, Dupuis scored his 100th career NHL goal on November 14, 2009, against the Boston Bruins. After suffering an injury in a game against the New York Islanders on January 19, 2010, Dupuis missed one game to recover before returning to the Penguins lineup. Once the league resumed following the Olympics break, Dupuis recorded five goals and four assists for nine points over 13 games. His improved play, as well as an injury to Bill Guerin, earned him a promotion to the Penguins top line. He finished the regular season with a career-high 18 goals and 20 assists for 38 points through 81 games. As the Penguins finished 4th in the Eastern Conference standings, they faced the fifth-seed Ottawa Senators in the conference quarter-finals. In Game 6 of the series, Dupuis scored in overtime to help the Penguins eliminate the Senators from the playoffs and advance to the semi-finals.
Following Guerin's retirement in the 2010 off-season, Dupuis found himself back on Crosby's line full-time, along with Chris Kunitz. The trio immediately found success as a line and helped lead the Penguins to a 13–1–1 record through November, including 10 consecutive wins. While Crosby led the team with 30 goals by the end of December, Dupuis had accumulated four and Kunitz had added seven. On December 18, in an 8–3 win over the Buffalo Sabres, Dupuis recorded his 300th career NHL point. After Crosby suffered a concussion during the 2011 NHL Winter Classic, Mark Letestu was tested out as the new centre between Kunitz and Dupuis. Letestu was eventually replaced with Evgeni Malkin by the end of January. After James Neal was acquired from the Dallas Stars at the NHL trade deadline, he became the left winger between Staal and Dupuis on the Penguins' top line. Dupuis finished the regular season with 17 points and 20 assists for 37 points through 81 games. As the fourth-seeded team, the Penguins qualified for the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs and faced the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Quarter-finals. Dupuis scored a goal in a losing effort in Game 6, and the team was eventually eliminated in Game 7. On June 28, 2011, Dupuis signed a two-year contract with the Penguins, keeping him through the 2012–13 season.
While Crosby remained out for the majority of the 2011–12 season due to lingering health issues, Dupuis established career-highs in goals with 25, assists with 34, and points with 59 through 82 games. Dupuis started the season with Malkin and Kunitz before returning to Crosby's wing during his brief return in November. When Crosby was deemed unfit to play again, Dupuis skated on a line with Staal and Steve Sullivan. The trio were so effective that they remained together on the Penguins' second line even when Crosby returned in March. The second line combined for 15 goals during the Penguins 11-game winning streak that eventually helped them clinch a spot in the 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs. He finished the regular season on a 17-game point streak that ranked as the third-longest in franchise history and the longest active streak in the NHL's 2011–12 season. Beyond setting new career highs with 25 goals and 34 assists, Dupuis also set career highs in game winning goals with eight and shots on goal with 214. Dupuis was also among only five Penguins players who scored at least 20 goals during the season. He continued his streak to 19 games by adding two more points in Stanley Cup playoffs before the Penguins were eliminated by the rival Philadelphia Flyers.
While the 2012–13 season was delayed due to the NHL lock-out, Dupuis remained in Pittsburgh and trained with various teammates four times a week. They developed an arrangement with a local sporting goods store operator to assist with laundry and other necessities. When the NHL eventually resumed play, Dupuis was reunited with Crosby and Kunitz and played on the team's second power-play unit. During the month of March, Dupuis and the Penguins maintained a 15-game winning streak that was snapped on April 2, 2013. Over this stretch, Dupuis recorded 10 goals and became the first player to record a positive plus-minus rating through a team's 14-game win streak since Brad McCrimmon in 1984. Dupuis finished the lock-out-shortened regular season with 20 goals and 38 points through 48 games and became the first Penguins player since 1995 to lead the NHL in plus-minus. Dupuis continued to score throughout the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs and set new career-highs in goals and points by the time the Penguins were eliminated. He started the playoffs by recording five goals and two assists through the Penguin's six-game series against the New York Islanders. He added his sixth goal in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals to secure the league lead in goals. However, Dupuis collected only one assist in the Penguins four-game loss to the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference Final. As an impending free agent on July 2, 2013, Dupuis opted to remain in Pittsburgh and signed a four-year, $15 million contract extension.
The 2012–13 season proved to be Dupuis's last before health issues began to mount, ultimately leading to his retirement. While Dupuis started the 2013–14 season healthy, he suffered a season-ending knee injury on December 23, 2013, during a game against the Ottawa Senators. After Crosby was hip-checked by Senators defenceman Marc Methot, Crosby then collided with Dupuis. At the time of the injury, Dupuis had amassed 7 goals and 13 assists over 39 games. Dupuis later theorized that his issues with blood clots began with this injury, saying, "The clot probably started in my calf when my leg was immobilized on the flight back from Ottawa . My lung wasn’t getting blood supply and was slowly dying." Seven weeks later, Dupuis underwent successful surgery to repair his torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. While recovering from the surgery, blood clots were found in his leg and he was placed on blood thinners for six months.
After recovering from surgery, Dupuis returned to the Penguins line-up for the 2014–15 season. He made his season debut on October 9 with a four-point effort against the Anaheim Ducks but began suffering health issues once again as the season progressed. On October 16, during the second period of a game against the Dallas Stars, Dupuis was crosschecked to the ice by an opponent and while prone was struck by the puck near the back of his neck on a shot by teammate Kris Letang. He was eventually stretchered off the ice. While Dupuis would return to action days later, he began experiencing chest pains in November. Eventually, Dupuis was diagnosed with a blood clot in the lung on November 19 and was expected to miss the remainder of the season to rest and recover. He was also placed on blood thinners for the second time. At the time of this announcement, Dupuis had amassed 6 goals and 11 points through 16 games this season.
Dupuis returned to play in the 2015–16 season, but suffered a lower back injury in October and was expected to miss four to five weeks to recover. He eventually made his regular season debut on October 22 against the Dallas Stars. On December 8, 2015, having twice left games in progress due to ill health, he announced that he was unable to play hockey any longer. He was placed on long-term injury reserve but remained under contract with the Penguins. On February 17, 2016, Dupuis received the inaugural Dapper Dan Courage Award as a "Pittsburgh-area athlete who best exemplifies the meaning of perseverance by overcoming adversity while serving as an inspiration to their teammates or organization." On May 1, 2016, Dupuis was announced as one of the finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy along with Jaromír Jágr, and Mats Zuccarello. Jágr was announced as the winner on June 22. Although he retired in December, Dupuis was able to lift the Stanley Cup when the Pittsburgh Penguins won it for the fourth time in the 2016 Stanley Cup Finals.
Post-playing career
After retiring, Dupuis moved to Blainville, Quebec, with his family. He joined the Penguins' organization while still on long-term injury reserve for the 2016–17 season to work as a part-time scout out of Quebec, along with doing player development for the franchise. He also joined TVA Sports as an analyst and commentator for the network throughout 2018, usually being a part of pre-game, post-game, and intermission reports.
On August 11, 2016, the Shawinigan Cataractes retired number 16 for Dupuis and on February 4, 2017, a banner with his number was hung up at the Centre Gervais Auto, becoming the 11th Cataractes player to have their number retired.
In 2018, Dupuis became the head coach for the Lucille-Teasdale Diabolos, the team associated with his son Cody's École Lucille-Teasdale elementary school. As the head coach, he led them in the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament Scolaire Division. The team went 3–0 in the group stage and advanced to the finals of the Scolaire Division playoffs, where they lost to the Nicolas-Gatineau Intrépide. In 2019, he became the assistant coach for the school's M15 AAA Elite hockey program.
In May 2020, it was announced that Dupuis would become a shareholder, and thus co-owner, of the Shawinigan Cataractes. He also became the director of hockey operations for the Cataractes. On November 26, 2023, the Cataractes announced that he would become a permanent assistant coach, replacing Philippe Roy. He had previously served as an assistant coach during the Cataractes' 2022 Memorial Cup run.
Personal life
During the 2005 offseason, Dupuis took up the role of Boston Bruins player and coach Milt Schmidt in the 2005 film The Rocket, a biopic about Montreal Canadiens player Maurice Richard. The movie also featured other NHL players such as Vincent Lecavalier, Ian Laperrière, and Mike Ricci.
Dupuis has four children with his wife Carole-Lyne.
Career statistics
Regular season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
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Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | ||
1995–96 | Laval Régents | QMAAA | 41 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 22 | ||||
1996–97 | Rouyn-Noranda Huskies | QMJHL | 44 | 9 | 15 | 24 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
1997–98 | Rouyn-Noranda Huskies | QMJHL | 39 | 9 | 17 | 26 | 36 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
1997–98 | Shawinigan Cataractes | QMJHL | 28 | 7 | 13 | 20 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | ||
1998–99 | Shawinigan Cataractes | QMJHL | 57 | 30 | 42 | 72 | 118 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 9 | 18 | ||
1999–2000 | Shawinigan Cataractes | QMJHL | 61 | 50 | 55 | 105 | 164 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 22 | 4 | ||
2000–01 | Minnesota Wild | NHL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2000–01 | Cleveland Lumberjacks | IHL | 70 | 19 | 24 | 43 | 37 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
2001–02 | Minnesota Wild | NHL | 76 | 15 | 12 | 27 | 16 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2002–03 | Minnesota Wild | NHL | 80 | 20 | 28 | 48 | 44 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8 | ||
2003–04 | Minnesota Wild | NHL | 59 | 11 | 15 | 26 | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2004–05 | HC Ajoie | NLB | 8 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 26 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2005–06 | Minnesota Wild | NHL | 67 | 10 | 16 | 26 | 40 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2006–07 | Minnesota Wild | NHL | 48 | 10 | 3 | 13 | 38 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2006–07 | New York Rangers | NHL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2006–07 | Atlanta Thrashers | NHL | 17 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||
2007–08 | Atlanta Thrashers | NHL | 62 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 24 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2007–08 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 16 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 18 | ||
2008–09 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 71 | 12 | 16 | 28 | 30 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | ||
2009–10 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 81 | 18 | 20 | 38 | 16 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 4 | ||
2010–11 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 81 | 17 | 20 | 37 | 59 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | ||
2011–12 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 82 | 25 | 34 | 59 | 34 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | ||
2012–13 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 48 | 20 | 18 | 38 | 26 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 12 | ||
2013–14 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 39 | 7 | 13 | 20 | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2014–15 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 16 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
2015–16 | Pittsburgh Penguins | NHL | 18 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
NHL totals | 871 | 190 | 219 | 409 | 387 | 97 | 19 | 25 | 44 | 56 |
Awards and honours
Awards | Year(s) | Ref. |
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NHL | ||
Stanley Cup champion | 2009, 2016 |
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- Cleveland Lumberjacks players
- Living people
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- Ice hockey people from Laval, Quebec
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- Stanley Cup champions
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