Mathieu Perreault is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on January 5, 1988, in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada. Perreault began his hockey career playing for the Acadie-Bathurst Titan in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) in 2005. He played for the Titan for three seasons, scoring 222 points in 186 games.
Perreault was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the sixth round of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Capitals in 2009 and played for the team until 2013. During his time with the Capitals, Perreault was a consistent scorer, recording 70 points in 159 games. He also helped the team reach the playoffs in each of his four seasons with the team.
In 2013, Perreault was traded to the Anaheim Ducks, where he played for one season. He then signed with the Winnipeg Jets in 2014 and played for the team until 2019. During his time with the Jets, Perreault was a valuable member of the team's forward group, scoring 157 points in 394 games. He also helped the team reach the playoffs in three of his five seasons with the team.
Perreault became a free agent in 2019 and signed with the Detroit Red Wings. He played for the Red Wings for two seasons before retiring from professional hockey in 2021. Throughout his career, Perreault was known for his speed, skill, and ability to score goals. He was also a reliable defensive player and a strong penalty killer.
In addition to his NHL career, Perreault also represented Canada in international competition. He played for Canada at the 2008 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, helping the team win a gold medal. He also played for Canada at the 2013 IIHF World Championships, where the team won a silver medal.
Overall, Mathieu Perreault had a successful career in professional hockey, playing for four different NHL teams and representing Canada in international competition. He was a consistent scorer and a valuable member of every team he played for, and his speed and skill made him a fan favorite.
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