Mark John Douglas Messier OC is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre of the National Hockey League. His playing career in the NHL lasted 25 years with the Edmonton Oilers, New York Rangers, and Vancouver Canucks.

Where did Mark Messier grow up?

Messier had grown up in Portland while his father played for the Buckaroos after the Edmonton Flyers folded. From there, the 17-year old graduated directly to the pro ranks when he was signed to a 10-game tryout by the Indianapolis Racers after they lost Wayne Gretzky to Edmonton.

Who is Lyon Messier's mother?

Lesley Young is a former fashion model who became an X-ray technologist after giving birth to Lyon, her only child. Her relationship with Mark Messier lasted about a year, she said. Then came two court cases involving paternity and child support.