Mike Fisher, a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player, is widely known for his successful career in the NHL and his marriage to country music superstar Carrie Underwood. With a career spanning nearly two decades in professional hockey, Fisher has an estimated net worth of $30 million as of 2024, accumulated through his NHL contracts, endorsements, and business ventures.

Key Facts About Mike Fisher

• Career: Spent 18 seasons in the NHL with the Ottawa Senators and Nashville Predators.
• Annual NHL salaries peaked at over $4 million during his career.
• Notable milestones:
  • Over 1,000 career NHL games played.
  • Named captain of the Nashville Predators in 2016.
  • Helped lead the Predators to their first-ever Stanley Cup Final in 2017.
• Personal life:
  • Married to Carrie Underwood since 2010.
  • Together, they have two children and have invested in several business ventures.

Career

Born on June 5, 1980, in Peterborough, Ontario, Mike Fisher grew up in a sports-loving family. He excelled in hockey during his youth and was drafted in the 2nd round (44th overall) in the 1998 NHL Entry Draft by the Ottawa Senators. Fisher made his NHL debut in the 1999–2000 season and quickly gained attention for his fierce work ethic and two-way playing style.

Ottawa Senators

Fisher spent the first 11 seasons of his NHL career with the Ottawa Senators, where he became a fan favorite for his dependable defensive play and scoring ability. His best season with the Senators was in 2009–2010, when he recorded 25 goals and 28 assists, totaling 53 points. He was part of the Senators’ roster when they reached the 2007 Stanley Cup Final, where they ultimately fell to the Anaheim Ducks.

Nashville Predators

Fisher was traded to the Nashville Predators in February 2011, a move that brought him closer to his now-wife Carrie Underwood, who resides in Tennessee. His leadership skills and steady on-ice performance became key assets to the team. Fisher was named captain of the Predators in 2016, and under his leadership, the team reached the Stanley Cup Final in 2017, where they lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Fisher briefly retired in 2017 but returned in 2018 for one final playoff run before officially retiring from the game.

Financial Success in Hockey

Throughout his career, Mike Fisher earned nearly $45 million in salary alone. His contracts included a five-year, $21 million deal signed in 2008 with the Ottawa Senators and another two-year, $8.8 million extension with the Nashville Predators in 2015. Combined with bonuses and endorsement deals, he established himself as one of the more financially successful players of his era.

Personal Life and Family

Mike Fisher married Carrie Underwood, a Grammy-winning country music star, on July 10, 2010, in a highly publicized wedding at the Ritz-Carlton resort in Georgia. The couple welcomed their first son, Isaiah Michael Fisher, in 2015, and their second son, Jacob Bryan Fisher, in 2019. They maintain a low-profile family life and are known for their philanthropic efforts and shared Christian faith.

The Fishers split their time between their Nashville home, located on a sprawling Tennessee property, and a Canadian vacation home. Carrie Underwood’s impressive net worth of $140 million has further bolstered their financial standing, making them one of the most high-profile power couples in the entertainment and sports industry.

Business Ventures and Philanthropy

Investments and Endorsements

After retiring from hockey, Fisher has ventured into business, including co-founding Catchin’ Deers, a hunting apparel company. The brand has enjoyed significant success due to Fisher’s advocacy for outdoor sports and hunting. He is also an avid investor in real estate alongside his wife.

Throughout his career, Fisher landed endorsements with prominent brands such as Reebok and Bauer Hockey, earning additional revenue outside of his NHL contracts.

Philanthropy

Both Fisher and Underwood are committed to charitable work. They co-founded the Danita’s Children Foundation, which supports children in Haiti, and have contributed to organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Habitat for Humanity. Fisher is also vocal about his faith, which drives much of his charitable involvement.

Legacy and Life After Hockey

Mike Fisher is remembered as a model teammate, a dedicated athlete, and an inspiring leader. His impact extended beyond the ice, with his leadership qualities and philanthropic efforts leaving a lasting influence on the communities he’s been a part of.

Since his retirement, Fisher has embraced life off the ice, focusing on his family, business ventures, and outdoor interests. His influence remains strong both in the world of sports and beyond as he continues to champion important causes and projects close to his heart.