Yannick Weber is a Swiss professional ice hockey player who has had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). He began his career in the Swiss National League A with the Kloten Flyers in 2005, where he played for three seasons before being drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the third round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.
Weber made his NHL debut with the Canadiens in 2008 and played with the team for four seasons. During his time with the Canadiens, he was known for his strong offensive skills and his ability to play both defense and forward positions. He scored his first NHL goal in 2009 and went on to score a total of 11 goals and 23 assists in 115 games with the Canadiens.
In 2012, Weber signed with the Vancouver Canucks as a free agent and played with the team for seven seasons. He was a key player on the Canucks' penalty kill and was known for his hard shot from the point. He scored a career-high 11 goals in the 2014-15 season and was a valuable member of the team's defense.
Weber also represented Switzerland in international competition, playing in the World Junior Championships, World Championships, and the Olympics. He helped lead Switzerland to a silver medal at the 2013 World Championships and was named one of the team's top three players.
In 2019, Weber signed with the Nashville Predators as a free agent and played with the team for two seasons. He was a solid contributor on the team's defense and scored four goals and six assists in 64 games with the Predators.
Overall, Weber had a successful career in the NHL, playing in over 500 games and scoring a total of 32 goals and 66 assists. He was known for his versatility, strong defensive play, and offensive skills, and was a valuable member of every team he played for.
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