Brian Patafie

Brian Patafie, known by his fans as "Comedy's Original Enter-Trainer," has become a rising star in North American comedy. Patafie parlayed a long career in professional sports into a distinctive onstage persona that blends insider storytelling with sharp one-liners.

Before launching his stand-up career, Patafie spent 44 years in the hockey world, working as an athletic trainer in the National Hockey League as well as in Germany's Deutsche Eishockey Liga. He has authored two books, "Ice It Down" and "No Days Off," and during off-seasons, emceed sports events with a flair for humor. His transition to comedy began in 2021 when he embarked on his No Days Off Tour, honing his skills with writers to craft his unique comedic voice.

Since then, Patafie's comedy career has taken off with sold-out shows across the continent as well as in the United Kingdom, including multiple high-profile appearances in Las Vegas, Nevada; Halifax, Nova Scotia; Glasgow, Scotland; London, England; and Key West, Florida, to name a few.

At 70, Patafie brings audiences a mix of hilarious one-liners and a deeply personal, comedic look at his experiences with family, hockey and life in his One Last Time tour. Audiences can see one of professional hockey's most engaging personalities share his life experiences on stage.