Wade Redden is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over 14 seasons. He was born on June 12, 1977, in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, Canada. Redden began his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Brandon Wheat Kings in 1993. He played for the Wheat Kings for three seasons before being drafted by the New York Islanders in the first round of the 1995 NHL Entry Draft.
Redden made his NHL debut with the Islanders in the 1996-97 season and played with the team for two seasons before being traded to the Ottawa Senators in 1996. He played with the Senators for 11 seasons and was a key player on the team during their successful playoff runs in the early 2000s. Redden was known for his offensive skills as a defenseman and was a two-time NHL All-Star (2002, 2004).
In 2008, Redden signed a six-year contract with the New York Rangers, but his performance with the team was disappointing, and he was eventually bought out of his contract in 2013. He then signed a one-year contract with the St. Louis Blues but played only 23 games with the team before being traded to the Boston Bruins. Redden played his final NHL season with the Bruins in 2013, retiring at the end of the season.
Throughout his NHL career, Redden played in 1,023 games, scoring 109 goals and 457 points. He also played in 106 playoff games, scoring 13 goals and 47 points. Redden was known for his smooth skating, offensive skills, and ability to move the puck up the ice. He was also a respected leader in the locker room and served as an alternate captain for several teams.
After retiring from the NHL, Redden worked as a player development coach for the Nashville Predators and later as an assistant director of player development for the St. Louis Blues. In 2016, he was inducted into the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the sport of hockey.
In conclusion, Wade Redden had a successful NHL career spanning over 14 seasons. He was a skilled defenseman known for his offensive abilities and leadership qualities. Redden played for several teams throughout his career, including the New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, New York Rangers, St. Louis Blues, and Boston Bruins. He retired in 2013 and has since worked in player development roles for NHL teams.
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