A dominant defenseman with a powerful slapshot, known for his 30-goal seasons and playing for several NHL teams.
Sheldon Souray is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenseman known for his powerful slapshot, which once set an unofficial NHL record for the hardest recorded shot at the Edmonton Oilers' 2009 Skills Competition. With a career spanning 14 seasons, Souray played for the New Jersey Devils, Montreal Canadiens, Edmonton Oilers, Dallas Stars, and Anaheim Ducks, earning a reputation as a physical defender with a mean streak and a hard shot.
Souray was born on July 13, 1976, in Elk Point, Alberta, Canada. Before playing in the NHL, he was a member of the Fort Saskatchewan Traders in the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL). In the 1994 NHL Entry Draft, Souray was selected in the third round, 71st overall, by the New Jersey Devils.
Souray reported to his second Devils training camp overweight and out of shape, prompting general manager Lou Lamoriello to call him out, saying he would never play for the team if it happened again. Souray credits Lamoriello for the wake-up call, which he says was exactly what he needed to succeed at such a high level.
He made his NHL debut in the 1997-1998 season and finished his rookie season with modest scoring totals of three goals and ten points in 60 games. However, he established himself as an NHL regular and scored his first NHL goal on a powerful slapshot late in a December 16, 1997, game against the New York Rangers.
Souray's offense began to improve following his trade to the Canadiens on March 1, 2000, in exchange for Vladimir Malakhov. During his time with the Canadiens, Souray earned a reputation as a big, steady defenseman with a mean streak and a hard shot.
In 2007, Souray signed with the Edmonton Oilers as a free agent. It was during his time with the Oilers that he set the unofficial NHL record for the hardest recorded shot at the 2009 Skills Competition.
In 2010, Souray was traded to the Dallas Stars, where he played for two seasons before being traded to the Anaheim Ducks in 2012.
After retiring from professional hockey, Souray has remained involved in the hockey community, working as a commentator and analyst for various media outlets.
Souray's legacy in the NHL is one of a physical defender with a powerful shot, who played with heart and determination throughout his 14-year career.
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