Kevin Haller, a Canadian defenseman, embarked on his professional hockey journey after being drafted 14th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1989 NHL Entry Draft. Born on December 5, 1970, in Trochu, Alberta, Haller's early career was marked by his time with the Regina Pats in the Western Hockey League (WHL), where he honed his skills and caught the attention of NHL scouts.
Haller's NHL debut came during the 1990-1991 season with the Buffalo Sabres. Over the course of his career, he became known for his defensive capabilities and physical style of play. After spending two seasons with the Sabres, he was traded to the Montreal Canadiens in 1992. It was with the Canadiens that Haller experienced one of the highlights of his career, being part of the team that won the Stanley Cup in 1993. His role as a steady defenseman contributed to the Canadiens' success during their playoff run.
In 1994, Haller was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers, where he continued to be a reliable presence on the blue line. His tenure with the Flyers lasted until 1996, after which he joined the Hartford Whalers. The Whalers later became the Carolina Hurricanes, and Haller remained with the franchise through this transition, playing until 1998.
Haller's career continued with the Anaheim Mighty Ducks, where he played from 1998 to 2000. During his time with the Ducks, he provided veteran leadership and stability to the team's defense. In 2000, he was traded to the New York Islanders, where he played for one season before joining the Edmonton Oilers in 2001.
Throughout his NHL career, Haller was known for his defensive reliability and physical play. He played in over 600 NHL games, scoring 29 goals and adding 91 assists. His career spanned over a decade, during which he played for several teams and experienced the highs of winning a Stanley Cup.
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