Chris Kelly facts for kids
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| Born | November 11, 1980 Toronto, ON, CAN |
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| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) | ||
| Weight | 198 lb (90 kg; 14 st 2 lb) | ||
| Position | Forward | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | Boston Bruins Ottawa Senators Anaheim Ducks |
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| NHL Draft | 94th overall, 1999 Ottawa Senators |
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| Playing career | 2004–2018 | ||
Chris Kelly is a Canadian ice hockey player who played as a forward. He was born in Toronto, Ontario, on November 11, 1980. Chris played for several teams during his professional career. He is best known for winning the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins.
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Chris Kelly's Early Hockey Days
Chris Kelly started his hockey journey in junior leagues. He played in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). This is a top league for young players in Ontario. Chris spent four seasons with the London Knights. He also played one season with the Sudbury Wolves. These experiences helped him prepare for professional hockey.
Getting Drafted into the NHL
After his time in junior hockey, Chris Kelly was noticed by professional teams. He was chosen in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft. The Ottawa Senators picked him as the 94th player overall. This was a big step towards his dream of playing in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Playing in the National Hockey League
Chris Kelly played in the NHL for many years. He was known for being a hardworking player. He was also very good at playing defense.
Time with the Ottawa Senators
Chris Kelly began his NHL career with the Ottawa Senators. He played for the Senators for seven seasons. During this time, he became a key player for the team. He helped them in many games.
Joining the Boston Bruins
Later in his career, Chris Kelly joined the Boston Bruins. This was a very important move for him. He quickly became a valuable part of the Bruins team.
Winning the Stanley Cup
On June 15, 2011, Chris Kelly achieved a major goal. He won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins. The Bruins played against the Vancouver Canucks in Game 7 of the finals. The Bruins won the game with a score of 4-0. Winning the Stanley Cup is one of the biggest achievements in ice hockey.
Playing for the Anaheim Ducks
After his time with the Bruins, Chris Kelly also played for the Anaheim Ducks. He played one season with them. He continued to show his skills as a forward. Chris Kelly retired from playing professional hockey in 2018.
External Links
- Chris Kelly's NHL player profile
