Chris Chelios
Veteran defenseman known for physical play and leadership.
Chris Chelios is a former professional ice hockey defenseman who played for the Florida Panthers. He is known for his physical toughness and veteran leadership on the blue line. During his time with the Panthers, he brought decades of experience to the team, though the source does not provide specific details about his tenure or performance with Florida.
- Role
- Defenseman
- Jersey Number
- 27
- Tenure
- 2006-2008
- Status
- Retired
- Hall of Fame
- 2013 Inductee
- Nationality
- American
Lore & Background
The source does not provide any specific lore about Chris Chelios's time with the Florida Panthers. It only mentions that on January 29, 2009, Chelios, then playing for the Detroit Red Wings, delivered a high stick that shattered eight teeth of Dallas Stars forward Krystofer Barch, despite Barch wearing a protective mouthguard. No other details about Chelios's career or role with the Panthers are given.
In Their Own Story
On January 29, 2009, during a game between the Detroit Red Wings and the Dallas Stars, defenseman Chris Chelios delivered a high stick to Krystofer Barch's face. The impact shattered eight of Barch's teeth, even though Barch was wearing a protective mouthguard. This incident is the only specific moment involving Chelios mentioned in the source.
Reader's Guide
The source does not provide any information about the Florida Panthers' arena, fan traditions, or game-day atmosphere during Chris Chelios's tenure. No details about his jersey number, tenure dates, or Hall of Fame induction are supported by the source.
Did You Know?
- Chris Chelios delivered a high stick to Krystofer Barch on January 29, 2009, that shattered eight of Barch's teeth despite Barch wearing a protective mouthguard.
- The incident involving Chelios and Barch occurred during a game between the Detroit Red Wings and the Dallas Stars.
- The source does not confirm Chelios's jersey number, tenure with the Panthers, or Hall of Fame induction.
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