Cam York

Cameron York (born January 5, 2001) is an American professional ice hockey player who is a defenseman for the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted 14th overall by the Flyers in the first round of the 2019 NHL entry draft. Before being selected by the Flyers, York played ice hockey at Shattuck-St. Mary's and in the U.S. National Development Program.

Early life York was born and raised in Anaheim, California. Growing up there, he played alongside Jackson Niedermayer, the son of Scott Niedermayer, who coached his youth hockey team. His father, Jeff, installed a roller skating rink surface in the backyard which York would skate on every day after school. After two defensemen on his youth team were injured, he was placed on defense and enjoyed the position. Growing up, York's favorite team was the hometown Anaheim Ducks; he would frequently attend games and cites the Ducks' 2007 Stanley Cup victory as a catalyst for excelling at his own hockey career. Afterwards, York was invited to the USA Hockey National Team Development Program in the USHL. On January 15, 2019, York set a new franchise record for most points in one game with seven. This earned him USHL's Defenseman of the Week Honors.

Playing career College York was initially committed to play for the Boston College Eagles, but rescinded his commitment when coach Greg Brown left to join the New York Rangers. He eventually committed to play for the Michigan Wolverines.

York was drafted 14th overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the first round of the 2019 NHL entry draft. He enrolled in the University of Michigan for the 2019–20 season and recorded his first collegiate goal in a 2–1 loss to Ohio State on November 2, 2019.

During the 2020–21 season, York led the Big Ten in defenseman scoring with 20 points on four goals and 16 assists. Five of his 20 points came on the power play, while four of his assists set up game-winning goals. Following an outstanding season, he was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and First Team All-Big Ten.

Professional On March 31, 2021, the Flyers signed York to a three-year, entry-level contract. York made his NHL debut on May 7 in the Flyers' 4–2 win over the Washington Capitals. On January 8, 2022, York recorded his first NHL point with an assist to James van Riemsdyk as the Flyers won 3–2 in overtime against the San Jose Sharks. He scored his first NHL goal in a 3–2 loss to the New York Rangers on January 15.

York signed a two-year contract with the Flyers on July 10, 2023.

On March 25, 2025, York dressed for the Flyers game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, but was benched for the final 50 minutes. It was later reported that York and head coach John Tortorella got into a verbal altercation after the game in which the two "both crossed a line." Tortorella was fired two days later due to the altercation as well as comments he had made regarding the team. York dressed for the team's game that night, but was benched for the entire contest.

York agreed to a five-year contract with the Flyers on July 7, 2025. In game 6 of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs against rivals Pittsburgh Penguins, York scored the series-winning goal in overtime. York threw his stick into the crowd in celebration, but it was later returned to him by a fan to keep as memorabilia.

International play

On April 4, 2018, York was selected to compete for Team USA at the 2018 IIHF World U18 Championships. He recorded 6 points and was named to the Media All-Star Team as Team USA won a silver medal.

York was again selected to compete for Team USA at the 2019 IIHF World U18 Championships on April 11, 2019. During the tournament, he set a new scoring record for defenseman in U18 Men's World Championship history. His 17 points collected during the 2018 and 19 series helped earn him the honor of Three Best Players of the tournament for Team USA, U.S. Player of the Game, and a bronze medal.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM 2017 United States U17 6 1 4 5 4 2018 United States U18 7 0 6 6 0 2019 United States U18 7 4 7 11 0 2020 United States WJC 6th 5 0 0 0 2 2021 United States WJC 7 1 5 6 0Junior totals 32 6 22 28 6

Awards and honors Award Year RefCollege Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year 2021 All-Big Ten First Team 2021 AHCA West First Team All-American 2021 InternationalWorld U18 Championship Media All-Star Team 2018, 2019