Adam Henrique is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on February 6, 1990, in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. Henrique began his hockey career playing for the Windsor Spitfires in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) from 2006 to 2010. During his time with the Spitfires, he helped lead the team to two consecutive Memorial Cup championships in 2009 and 2010.
Henrique was drafted by the New Jersey Devils in the third round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Devils in 2011 and quickly established himself as a reliable forward. In his rookie season, he scored 16 goals and 35 points in 74 games. He also played a key role in the Devils' run to the Stanley Cup Finals, scoring two game-winning goals in the playoffs.
Over the next few seasons, Henrique continued to be a consistent performer for the Devils. He scored a career-high 30 goals in the 2015-16 season and was named an NHL All-Star for the first time in his career. In 2017, he was traded to the Anaheim Ducks, where he played for two seasons before being traded to the Carolina Hurricanes in 2019.
Henrique has also represented Canada on the international stage. He won a gold medal with Team Canada at the 2008 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament and a silver medal at the 2010 World Junior Championships.
Throughout his career, Henrique has been known for his clutch performances in big games. He has scored several game-winning goals in the playoffs, including two in the 2012 Stanley Cup Finals. He is also a strong two-way player who is capable of playing in all situations.
As of 2022, Henrique is still an active player in the NHL. He has played over 700 games in his career and has scored over 200 goals and 400 points. He is a respected veteran in the league and continues to be a valuable contributor to his team.
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