Kevin Shattenkirk is a former professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on January 29, 1989, in New Rochelle, New York, and grew up playing hockey in the area. Shattenkirk played college hockey at Boston University, where he was a standout player and helped lead the team to a national championship in 2009.
After his college career, Shattenkirk was drafted by the Colorado Avalanche in the first round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Avalanche in 2010 and played with the team for two seasons before being traded to the St. Louis Blues in 2011. Shattenkirk quickly established himself as one of the top defensemen in the league during his time with the Blues, earning a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team in 2012 and being named to the NHL All-Star Game in 2015.
In 2017, Shattenkirk signed a four-year, $26.6 million contract with the New York Rangers. However, his time with the Rangers was marred by injuries, and he was eventually bought out of his contract in 2020. Shattenkirk then signed a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning, where he played a key role in the team's run to the Stanley Cup championship in 2020.
Throughout his career, Shattenkirk was known for his offensive skills and ability to move the puck up the ice. He was a strong skater and had a powerful shot from the point, which made him a threat on the power play. Shattenkirk was also a solid defender and was able to use his size and strength to win battles in the corners and in front of the net.
Off the ice, Shattenkirk was known for his charitable work and was active in the community wherever he played. He was a supporter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and worked with various other organizations to help improve the lives of children and families in need.
In 2022, Shattenkirk announced his retirement from professional hockey at the age of 33. He finished his career with 535 games played, 80 goals, and 324 points. Shattenkirk was a two-time Olympian, representing the United States at the 2014 and 2018 Winter Olympics. He was also a member of the United States team that won the gold medal at the 2017 IIHF World Championships.
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