Alex Pietrangelo is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on January 18, 1990, in King City, Ontario, Canada. Pietrangelo began his hockey career playing for the minor league team, the Niagara IceDogs, in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) in 2006. He played for the IceDogs for three seasons, during which he was named captain of the team.
In 2008, Pietrangelo was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in the first round, fourth overall, of the NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Blues in 2008 and quickly established himself as a top defenseman in the league. Pietrangelo played for the Blues for 12 seasons, during which he served as the team's captain for four seasons.
Throughout his career, Pietrangelo has been known for his strong defensive play, his ability to move the puck up the ice, and his leadership on and off the ice. He has been named to the NHL All-Star team five times and has been a finalist for the Norris Trophy, which is awarded to the league's top defenseman, on multiple occasions.
Pietrangelo has also had success on the international stage, representing Canada in several international tournaments. He won a gold medal with Team Canada at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, and also won gold at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.
In 2020, Pietrangelo became a free agent and signed a seven-year contract with the Vegas Golden Knights. He quickly became a key player for the Golden Knights, helping the team reach the Stanley Cup playoffs in his first season with the team.
Overall, Alex Pietrangelo has had a successful career in the NHL, establishing himself as one of the league's top defensemen and a leader on and off the ice. His strong defensive play, ability to move the puck up the ice, and leadership skills have made him a valuable player for every team he has played for.
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