David Capuano was an exceptional forward for the University of Maine from 1986 to 1989, where he became one of the most decorated players in program history. His collegiate career was highlighted by an impressive level of offensive production and consistency, earning him a place as a Hobey Baker Award Finalist (top ten in the nation) not once, but twice, in both 1988 and 1989. Capuano was a two-time All-American and All-Hockey East First Team selection. Despite playing only three seasons before turning professional, he remains one of Maine’s all-time leading scorers, and his 1.85 points per game average is the highest in Hockey East history for players with a minimum of 50 games played.

Drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins 25th overall in the 1986 NHL Entry Draft, Capuano’s professional career saw him play for five National Hockey League (NHL) teams: the Penguins, Vancouver Canucks, Tampa Bay Lightning, San Jose Sharks, and Boston Bruins. While his NHL career spanned 104 games with 55 points, his most successful stint came with the Canucks during the 1990-91 season, where he recorded a career-high 44 points. He and his brother, Jack Capuano (a former NHL head coach), made history by becoming the first set of brothers to play together for the Canucks. After his time in the NHL, Capuano continued his professional career in the American Hockey League (AHL), notably having a productive season with the Providence Bruins before his retirement.