Former professional ice hockey player and current sportscaster, known for his playing career with the Quebec Nordiques and Montreal Canadiens, and later as a commentator for French-language broadcasts.
Benot Brunet, a Canadian former professional ice hockey player, is renowned for his illustrious career with the Montreal Canadiens, earning him a cherished place in the hearts of hockey enthusiasts. With a storied career spanning over a decade, Brunet's defensive prowess and impressive penalty-killing skills made him an integral component of the Canadiens' roster.
Born on August 24, 1968, in Canada, Brunet's passion for ice hockey was evident from a young age. He began his professional journey with the Hull Olympiques of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), playing three seasons before being drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the second round (27th overall) of the 1986 NHL Entry Draft.
Brunet's professional debut came in the 1988-89 season with the American Hockey League's (AHL) Sherbrooke Canadiens, followed by his NHL debut with the Montreal Canadiens, where he appeared in two games and recorded one assist. Over the course of his career, Brunet played 539 games, scoring 101 goals and adding 161 assists. He also participated in 54 playoff games, scoring five goals and contributing 20 assists.
Following his retirement, Brunet transitioned into a successful career as a colour commentator for the French-language sports network RDS. Initially, he covered NHL games that didn't involve the Montreal Canadiens, but later became the main colour commentator alongside play-by-play man Pierre Houde for all Montreal Canadiens games, replacing Yvon Pedneault.
| GP | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| 539 | 101 | 161 | 262 |
Brunet's remarkable career has left an indelible mark on the world of professional ice hockey, earning him a special place in the annals of the sport.
