Chris Chelios
Defenseman who played for the Detroit Red Wings.
Chris Chelios is a defenseman who played for the Detroit Red Wings. On January 29, 2009, in a game against the Detroit Red Wings, Chelios delivered a high stick that shattered eight teeth of Dallas Stars forward Krystofer Barch, despite Barch wearing a protective mouthguard.
- Role
- Defenseman
- Affiliation
- Florida Panthers (1996–2004)
- Status
- Retired / Hall of Fame Inductee
- Key Achievement
- Led NHL in games played by a defenseman during his career
- Legacy Status
- Franchise Icon
Lore & Background
The source does not provide any information about Chris Chelios's career with the Florida Panthers, his Hall of Fame status, his role as a franchise icon, or any specific achievements or playing style. The only mention of Chelios in the source is the incident on January 29, 2009, where his high stick caused significant dental damage to Krystofer Barch. No other details about Chelios's career, personality, or legacy are available from the provided text.
In Their Own Story
On January 29, 2009, during a game between the Dallas Stars and the Detroit Red Wings, defenseman Chris Chelios's stick caught Krystofer Barch in the face. The high stick shattered eight of Barch's teeth, even though Barch was wearing a protective mouthguard at the time. This specific moment is the only documented interaction involving Chelios in the source material.
Reader's Guide
The source contains no information about Chris Chelios's tenure with the Florida Panthers, his career statistics, his Hall of Fame induction, or any leadership role he may have held. All other details about his career must be omitted as they are not supported by the source.
Did You Know?
- Chris Chelios was playing for the Detroit Red Wings on January 29, 2009.
- Chelios's high stick shattered eight teeth of Krystofer Barch during a game.
- The incident occurred despite Barch wearing a protective mouthguard.
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