Riley Sheahan is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on December 7, 1991, in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Sheahan began his hockey career playing for the St. Catharines Falcons of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) before moving on to play for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the NCAA.
Sheahan was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the first round of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Red Wings during the 2011-2012 season and played with the team for six seasons. During his time with the Red Wings, Sheahan was known for his strong defensive play and his ability to play in all situations. He was also a key penalty killer for the team.
In 2017, Sheahan was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he played for two seasons. During his time with the Penguins, Sheahan was a key contributor to the team's success, helping them win back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 2016 and 2017. He was known for his strong two-way play and his ability to play in a variety of roles.
After his time with the Penguins, Sheahan signed with the Florida Panthers for the 2019-2020 season. He played with the Panthers for one season before signing with the Buffalo Sabres for the 2020-2021 season. Sheahan played in a depth role for the Sabres, providing solid defensive play and leadership to the team.
Throughout his career, Sheahan has been known for his strong defensive play, his ability to play in all situations, and his leadership on and off the ice. He has also been a key contributor to his teams' success, helping them win championships and make deep playoff runs. Sheahan's career has been marked by his consistency and his ability to play a variety of roles, making him a valuable asset to any team he has played for.
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