Boyd Gordon is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on October 19, 1983, in Unity, Saskatchewan, Canada. Gordon started his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Red Deer Rebels in 1999. He played for the Rebels for four seasons and was known for his defensive skills and penalty-killing abilities.
In 2002, Gordon was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the first round, 17th overall. He made his NHL debut in the 2003-04 season and played for the Capitals for seven seasons. During his time with the Capitals, Gordon was primarily used as a defensive forward and penalty killer. He was known for his strong work ethic and his ability to win faceoffs. In the 2007-08 season, Gordon set a career-high in points with 20.
In 2011, Gordon signed with the Phoenix Coyotes as a free agent. He played for the Coyotes for two seasons and was a key player on their penalty-killing unit. In the 2012-13 season, Gordon set a career-high in goals with four.
After his time with the Coyotes, Gordon signed with the Edmonton Oilers in 2013. He played for the Oilers for two seasons and was once again used primarily as a defensive forward and penalty killer. In the 2014-15 season, Gordon set a career-high in assists with 13.
In 2015, Gordon signed with the Arizona Coyotes for a second stint with the team. He played for the Coyotes for two seasons before retiring from professional hockey in 2017. Throughout his career, Gordon was known for his strong defensive play, penalty-killing abilities, and work ethic. He was a reliable player who was respected by his teammates and coaches.
In total, Gordon played in 706 NHL games and scored 59 goals and 103 assists for 162 points. He was never a high-scoring player, but his defensive skills and penalty-killing abilities made him a valuable asset to any team he played for. After retiring from professional hockey, Gordon returned to his hometown of Unity, Saskatchewan, where he now coaches minor hockey.
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