Deron Quint is a retired professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman. He was born on March 12, 1976, in Durham, Ontario, Canada. Quint started his hockey career in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Owen Sound Platers in 1992. He played for the Platers for four seasons, from 1992 to 1996, and was a key player in the team's success.
In 1994, Quint was drafted by the Winnipeg Jets in the second round of the NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Jets in the 1995-96 season and played for the team until 1999. During his time with the Jets, Quint established himself as a reliable defenseman and was known for his strong defensive play and physicality.
In 1999, Quint was traded to the St. Louis Blues, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the Chicago Blackhawks for one season before being traded to the New York Islanders in 2002. Quint played for the Islanders for three seasons and was a key player in the team's defense.
In 2005, Quint signed with the Columbus Blue Jackets as a free agent. He played for the Blue Jackets for two seasons before being traded to the Los Angeles Kings in 2007. However, Quint did not play for the Kings and was instead sent to their AHL affiliate, the Manchester Monarchs, where he played for one season before retiring from professional hockey.
Throughout his career, Quint was known for his strong defensive play and physicality. He was a reliable defenseman who could be counted on to shut down opposing players and make key defensive plays. Quint was also known for his leadership skills and was often a team captain or alternate captain.
In total, Quint played in 463 NHL games, scoring 38 goals and 105 assists for a total of 143 points. He also played in 22 playoff games, scoring one goal and four assists. After retiring from professional hockey, Quint returned to his hometown of Durham, Ontario, where he currently resides with his family.
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