Mason Raymond is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on September 17, 1985, in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada. Raymond began his hockey career playing for the Camrose Kodiaks of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) before moving on to play for the University of Minnesota-Duluth Bulldogs.
In 2005, Raymond was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the second round of the NHL Entry Draft. He spent the majority of his early career playing for the Canucks' minor league affiliate, the Manitoba Moose, before making his NHL debut in 2007. Raymond quickly established himself as a speedy and skilled forward, known for his ability to create scoring chances and contribute on the penalty kill.
Over the course of his NHL career, Raymond played for several teams, including the Vancouver Canucks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Calgary Flames, and Anaheim Ducks. He was known for his speed and agility on the ice, as well as his ability to play both left and right wing positions. Raymond was also a reliable penalty killer and was often used in defensive situations.
One of Raymond's most memorable moments came during the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs when he scored an overtime goal to give the Canucks a 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Despite the Canucks ultimately losing the series, Raymond's goal was a highlight of the playoffs and cemented his place in Canucks' history.
Injuries were a recurring issue for Raymond throughout his career, and he missed significant time due to various injuries, including a broken vertebra in his back in 2013. Despite these setbacks, Raymond continued to play at a high level and was a valuable contributor to his teams.
Raymond retired from professional hockey in 2019, after playing for the SC Bern of the Swiss National League. He finished his NHL career with 115 goals and 136 assists in 546 games played. Raymond was known for his speed, skill, and versatility on the ice, and his contributions to the teams he played for will not be forgotten.
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