Born: | December 7, 1976 | Draft: | 1995 Oilers 31st Overall |
Hometown: | Montreal, Quebec | Position: | Right Wing |
Known For: | Shoots: | Right | |
National Team: | N/A | Current Team: | Retired |
Georges Edy Laraque (born December 7, 1976) is a Canadian sports commentator, politician, and former ice hockey player. Laraque retired from hockey in 2010 after the Montreal Canadiens bought out his contract. He is a commentator for TVA Sports and most recently executive director of the fledgling Canadian Hockey League Players’ Association. During his 14-year National Hockey League (NHL) career, he played for the Edmonton Oilers, Phoenix Coyotes, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Montreal Canadiens. From 2010 to 2013, he was one of two deputy leaders of the Green Party of Canada.
Georges Laraque Statistics
Trade Tracker
Date | Traded From | Traded With | Traded To | Traded For |
Feb. 27, 2007 | Daniel Carcillo 2008 3rd-Round Pick (Tomas Kundratek) |
Deeper Dive
Achievements
- Penguins’ Edward J. Debartolo Community Service Award (2008)
- Deputy Leader of Canada’s Green Party (2010-2013)