Keith Carney is a former professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over 17 seasons. He was born on February 3, 1970, in Providence, Rhode Island, and grew up playing hockey in the United States.
Carney began his professional career in 1991 when he was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the second round of the NHL Entry Draft. He played for the Sabres for three seasons before being traded to the Chicago Blackhawks in 1994. He spent six seasons with the Blackhawks, during which he established himself as a reliable and physical defenseman.
In 2000, Carney was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes, where he played for two seasons before being traded again to the Anaheim Ducks in 2002. It was with the Ducks that Carney had some of his most successful years, helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Finals in 2003 and winning the World Cup of Hockey with Team USA in 2004.
After four seasons with the Ducks, Carney was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 2006, where he played for one season before being traded again to the Minnesota Wild in 2007. He played his final season with the Wild in 2008 before retiring from professional hockey.
Throughout his career, Carney was known for his physical play and defensive skills. He was a reliable defenseman who could be counted on to shut down opposing teams' top players. He was also a strong penalty killer and was often used in key defensive situations.
Off the ice, Carney was known for his leadership and professionalism. He was a respected veteran player who was often called upon to mentor younger players. He was also involved in various charitable organizations and was known for his commitment to giving back to the community.
In total, Carney played in 1,018 NHL games, scoring 45 goals and 170 assists for a total of 215 points. He also played in 68 playoff games, scoring two goals and 11 assists for a total of 13 points.
After retiring from professional hockey, Carney remained involved in the sport as a coach and mentor. He currently serves as the head coach of the St. Thomas Academy boys' hockey team in Minnesota, where he continues to pass on his knowledge and experience to the next generation of hockey players.
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