Jean-Sebastien Aubin is a former professional ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. Born in Quebec, Canada in 1977, Aubin began his hockey career playing for the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) in the mid-1990s. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third round of the 1995 NHL Entry Draft and made his NHL debut with the team in the 1998-1999 season.
Aubin spent the majority of his NHL career with the Penguins, playing for the team from 1998 to 2006. During his time with the Penguins, he served as a backup goaltender to Tom Barrasso and later Marc-Andre Fleury. Aubin also played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Los Angeles Kings, and Chicago Blackhawks during his NHL career.
Throughout his career, Aubin was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to the game. He was a reliable backup goaltender who could be counted on to step in and perform when needed. He was also known for his positive attitude and team-first mentality, making him a popular teammate among his peers.
Despite his success in the NHL, Aubin also spent time playing in various minor leagues throughout his career. He played for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins in the American Hockey League (AHL) and the Long Beach Ice Dogs in the ECHL, among other teams. He also represented Canada in international play, winning a gold medal at the 1997 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.
Aubin retired from professional hockey in 2010, ending a career that spanned over a decade. He finished his NHL career with a record of 63 wins, 82 losses, and 19 ties, with a goals against average of 2.99 and a save percentage of .900. While he may not have been a superstar goaltender, Aubin's dedication and hard work made him a respected player in the NHL and a fan favorite among many hockey fans.
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