Zac Dalpe is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has played in various leagues throughout his career. He was born on November 1, 1989, in Paris, Ontario, Canada. Dalpe began his hockey career playing for the Penticton Vees of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) in 2007. He played for the Vees for two seasons, during which he was named the BCHL Interior Conference Rookie of the Year in 2008.
In 2008, Dalpe was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Hurricanes in 2010 and played in 15 games that season. He spent the majority of the next two seasons playing for the Hurricanes' AHL affiliate, the Charlotte Checkers.
Dalpe was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 2013 and played in 55 games for the team over two seasons. He also played for the Canucks' AHL affiliate, the Utica Comets, during this time. In 2015, Dalpe signed with the Buffalo Sabres and played in 21 games for the team that season.
Over the next few years, Dalpe played for various AHL teams, including the Cleveland Monsters, Iowa Wild, and Belleville Senators. He also played for Team Canada in the Spengler Cup in 2017 and 2018, helping the team win the tournament in 2017.
In 2020, Dalpe signed with the Columbus Blue Jackets and played in 10 games for the team that season. He also played for the Blue Jackets' AHL affiliate, the Cleveland Monsters, during the 2020-2021 season.
Throughout his career, Dalpe has been known for his offensive skills and his ability to play multiple positions. He has played both center and wing and has been a consistent scorer in the AHL. He has also been a leader on and off the ice, serving as a captain for several of the teams he has played for.
Overall, Zac Dalpe has had a successful hockey career, playing in the NHL and AHL and representing Team Canada in international play. He has been a consistent scorer and a leader on his teams, and his versatility has made him a valuable player throughout his career.
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