Biography, Net Worth & more

Publish date: 2022-01-01

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Meet James Neal, boyfriend of Melanie Collins: Biography, Net Worth & more- James Neal is a 35-year-old Canadian professional Ice Hockey winger who is presently an unrestricted free agent. 

According to reports, the NHL star was in a romantic relationship with American sportscaster Melanie Collins after meeting in 2014. It is alleged the reporter is in a new relationship. 

Who is James Neal?

Peter Neal and Deborah Neal welcomed their beloved first child and son James Neal on September 3, 1987, in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. James grew up alongside his younger siblings, three brothers and a sister, Michael, Nicholas, Peter, and Rebecca Neal. His brothers also play hockey. 

Concerning his education, he attended All Saints Catholic Secondary School in Whitby. Apart from this, there’s no information about his college education. 

What is James Neal’s age, height, and weight?

Neal who was born on September 3, 1987, is 35 years old presently and a Virgo according to his zodiac sign. He stands at a grand height of 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) and weighs 212 lb (96 kg; 15 st 2 lb). 

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What is James Neal’s net worth?

From his successful career as a professional Ice Hockey winger, he’s earned an estimated net worth of approximately $20 million. 

What is James Neal’s Nationality and Ethnicity?

Neal who was born in Whitby, Ontario Canada is a Canadian national and belongs to a white Caucasian ethnic background. 

What is James Neal’s profession?

Neal started his hockey career at a young age with the CYO in Oshawa, Ontario. He then went on to continue his minor hockey career with the Whitby Wildcats of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association’s (OMHA) Eastern AAA League. Following his midget season with the Wildcats, James was picked by the Plymouth Whalers in the 3rd round, 80th overall, of the 2003 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) draft. After a 9 game stint with the Whalers, James was assigned to the Bowmanville Eagles Junior A team in the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) for the 2003-04 hockey season.

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The following year James cracked the Whalers lineup, and he also earned a spot on Team Canada for the World Under-18 Championships, where he won a silver medal. After an impressive rookie season in the OHL – scoring 44 points – James was selected in the 2005 National Hockey League Entry Draft by the Dallas Stars – 2nd round, 33rd overall. 

That Fall, James was invited to his first NHL training camp but was sent back to Plymouth where he continued to hone his skills. Even though he was returned to the Whalers following the 2006 Stars training camp, the team was impressed with his development and signed James to a 3-year, entry-level contract. The 2006-07 season proved to be a career year in junior for James, scoring 27 goals and 65 points in 45 games. He was also selected to represent the Western Conference in the 2007 OHL All-Star Game. 

Throughout his career, he has played for the elite NHL teams the Dallas Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, Nashville Predators, Vegas Golden Knights, Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, and St. Louis Blues.

Presently, he is an unrestricted free agent. 

Is James Neal still playing in the NHL?

Presently at age 35, Neal is still gunning for an NHL contract with the Blue Jackets while attending their training camp on a tryout basis. 

Who is James Neal married to?

Neal isn’t married yet. He’s however been in a relationship with American sportscaster Melanie Collins before. The duo started dating in 2014. As it stands it is unknown whether the two are still in a romantic relationship or not since it is alleged that the reporter is now dating Former baseball star Alex Rodriguez. 

Does James Neal have children?

No. The Canadian NHL star has not put to birth any child nor has he disclosed expecting one anytime soon. 

Source: www.ghgossip.com

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