Brett Clark is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on December 23, 1976, in Wapella, Saskatchewan, Canada. Clark began his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Prince George Cougars in 1994. He played for the Cougars for three seasons before being drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the sixth round of the 1996 NHL Entry Draft.
Clark made his NHL debut with the Canadiens during the 1997-98 season, but he only played in two games. He spent most of the season with the Fredericton Canadiens of the American Hockey League (AHL). The following season, Clark was traded to the Atlanta Thrashers, where he played for two seasons. He then signed with the Colorado Avalanche in 2000 and played for the team for five seasons.
During his time with the Avalanche, Clark established himself as a reliable defenseman and a key player on the team. He was known for his strong skating ability, his physical play, and his ability to contribute offensively. He was also a valuable member of the team's penalty-killing unit.
In 2006, Clark signed with the Washington Capitals as a free agent. He played for the Capitals for one season before being traded to the Minnesota Wild. He played for the Wild for one season before signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2008.
Clark played for the Lightning for three seasons and was a key player on the team's run to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2011. He was known for his leadership and his ability to play in all situations. He was also a fan favorite in Tampa Bay.
After his time with the Lightning, Clark signed with the AHL's Houston Aeros for the 2011-12 season. He played in 57 games for the Aeros before signing with the AHL's Lake Erie Monsters for the 2012-13 season. He played in 42 games for the Monsters before retiring from professional hockey at the end of the season.
Throughout his career, Clark played in 689 NHL games and scored 45 goals and 111 assists for 156 points. He also played in 53 playoff games and scored three goals and 11 assists for 14 points. He was known for his hard work, his dedication to the game, and his leadership both on and off the ice.
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