Who is Corey Perry?
Canadian ice hockey player Corey Perry currently serves as the alternate captain for the Chicago Blackhawks in the National Hockey League (NHL). With the Anaheim Ducks, he spent the initial 14 years of his career before playing for the Dallas Stars, Montreal Canadiens, and Tampa Bay Lightning.
Bio/Wiki
Age- 38 years
Height- 1.9 m
Weight- 93 kg
Born- 16 May 1985
Birthplace- Haileybury, Temiskaming Shores, Canada
Spouse- Blakeny Perry (m. 2015)
Profession- Canadian ice hockey player
Nationality- Canadian
Corey Perry’s Parents
Corey Perry is the son of Nancy and Geoff Perry, with Geoff Perry being involved in law enforcement. Notably, Perry’s younger brother, Adam, was his teammate on the London Knights’ 2005 Memorial Cup-winning team. While Adam has transitioned into law enforcement like their father, he also served as the assistant coach for the London Nationals Junior B Team.
Corey Perry’s Wife and Children
On July 18, 2015, Corey Perry tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Blakeny Robertson. The couple is blessed with a son.
Corey Perry’s Career
Corey Perry and his brother Adam embarked on their skating journey at the young age of two. Growing up, Perry honed his hockey skills with the Peterborough Minor Petes AAA organization in the OMHA’s Eastern AAA league. In 2001, he led the Petes to victory in the inaugural OHL Cup Bantam AAA championship, scoring an impressive 73 goals in 67 games.
Drafted fifth overall by the London Knights in the 2001 OHL Priority Draft, Perry made an immediate impact, recording 59 points in 60 games during his rookie season. His outstanding performance in the NHL draft year led to his selection as the 28th overall pick by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.
In the 2003–04 season, Perry’s prolific scoring continued as he notched 40 goals and 73 assists for 113 points in just 66 games. His contributions played a pivotal role in the Knights’ success, securing the J. Ross Robertson Cup as OHL champions and ultimately clinching the Memorial Cup.
Perry’s NHL debut with the Ducks came in the 2005–06 season, where he scored his first career goal against the Edmonton Oilers. Over the years, he showcased his prowess, winning the Stanley Cup with Anaheim in the 2006–07 playoffs. Perry’s remarkable 2010–11 season saw him lead the NHL with 50 goals, earning him the Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy.
Throughout his career, Perry faced various challenges, including a suspension in 2009 for elbowing Claude Giroux and a buyout from the Ducks in 2019 after 14 years with the team. He then signed with the Dallas Stars and later joined the Montreal Canadiens. Perry’s journey continued as he contributed to the Tampa Bay Lightning’s back-to-back Stanley Cup victories in 2021 and faced the Toronto Maple Leafs in the playoffs.
On June 29, 2023, Perry’s negotiation rights were traded to the Chicago Blackhawks by the Tampa Bay Lightning. Beyond his NHL achievements, Perry played a pivotal role in Team Canada’s success at international events, including winning gold at the 2010 Winter Olympics and serving as captain in the 2016 IIHF World Championship.
Corey Perry’s Contract
On June 30, 2023, he swiftly secured a one-year contract worth $4 million for the 2023–24 season with the Blackhawks.
Corey Perry’s Net Worth 2023
Corey Perry possesses a net worth amounting to $35 million.
Corey Perry’s Latest News
Corey Perry’s Absence Sparks Speculation amid Blackhawks’ Organizational Decision
Chicago Blackhawks forward Corey Perry was notably absent from Thursday’s practice, following his designation as a healthy scratch in the previous day’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets due to what the team referred to as an “organizational decision.”
The specifics of Perry’s situation, whether related to a potential trade, personal matters, or another reason, have not been disclosed by the organization. The team’s responses indicate that there might be an underlying incident or action, but details are being kept confidential for the time being.
Addressing the situation, Blackhawks head coach Luke Richardson emphasized the internal nature of the matter, stating, “I just wanted to start by saying I know you have questions about Corey Perry not playing last night and attending practice today, but we’re going to keep that internal in the organization right now.”
