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Forbes
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Corey Perry And Brent Burns Carry The Torch For 2003 NHL Draft Class
Now in their 40s, Brent Burns and Corey Perry will be continuing their NHL careers with new ... More teams in 2025-26. (Photo by Andy Devlin/NHLI via Getty Images) Twenty-two years ago in Nashville, the 2003 NHL draft started off with a bang. With the first selection, the Pittsburgh Penguins made the rare move of selecting a goaltender, Marc-Andre Fleury. As it turns out, they weren't wrong. Fleury helped bring three Stanley Cups to Pittsburgh in 2009, 2016 and 2017 and by the time he hung up his pads after playing out his 21st year with the Minnesota Wild in 2024-25, he was widely renowned as one of the best-loved characters in the game and a future Hall of Famer. The numbers don't lie. Fleury sits second all-time among goaltenders in both games played (1,055) and wins (behind only Martin Brodeur). As an original 'Golden Misfit' with the Vegas Golden Knights, he reached the Stanley Cup final in 2017, then won the Vezina Trophy and shared the William Jennings Trophy with Robin Lehner in 2021. Marc-Andre Fleury acknowledges the crowd after his final playoff game in 2025. (Photo by Ellen ...) After a farewell tour around the league last season, Fleury officially announced his retirement on May 6, after the Wild's first-round playoff loss to those same Golden Knights. And while defenseman Ryan Suter has reportedly not yet closed the door on a 21st season of his own after spending last season with the St. Louis Blues, two other stars from the 2003 draft class have signed one-year contracts to chase a championship in new locales. Corey Perry reached the Stanley Cup final with the Edmonton Oilers in 2024 and 2025. (Photo by Steph ...) On July 1, 40-year-old Corey Perry inked a one-year free-agent deal with the Los Angeles Kings. Per PuckPedia, it carries a $2 million base salary and $2 million in potential bonuses based on games played and playoff outcomes. Originally drafted 28th overall by the Kings' geographic rivals, the Anaheim Ducks, Perry won a Stanley Cup in Anaheim in his second NHL season, in 2007. In 2011, he scored 50 goals to win the Rocket Richard trophy and was named the Hart Trophy winner as league MVP. Since Perry was bought out by the rebuilding Ducks in 2019, he has made a name for himself as a bit of a playoff mercenary, signing short-term deals with contending teams in hopes of adding another championship to his trophy case. That hasn't happened yet, but he has come consistently close. In six years since leaving Anaheim, Perry has been to the Stanley Cup final five times with four different teams: the Dallas Stars in 2020, the Montreal Canadiens in 2021, the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2022 and the Edmonton Oilers in 2024 and 2025. After the Oilers eliminated the Kings in the first round of each of the last three post-seasons, Perry will now see if he can bring his magic to the other side. His latest contract offer came from the same man who originally signed him in Edmonton, new Los Angeles GM Ken Holland. Among his 2003 draft class, Perry now sits third in regular-season games played (1,392) and goals (448) and first in penalty minutes (1,487). His playoff numbers are even more impressive. After his latest run to the final, Perry's 236 playoff games rank him third all-time behind only Chris Chelios (266) and Nicklas Lidstrom (263). These last six years, he has cemented himself as one of hockey's playoff traditions. After winning the 2017 Norris Trophy with the San Jose Sharks, Brent Burns returns to the Western ... More Conference in 2025-26, with the Colorado Avalanche. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/NHLI via Getty Images) Then there's Brent Burns, who the Minnesota Wild originally selected as a right winger with the 20th overall pick in 2003. Burns played 36 games with the Wild as an 18-year-old in 2003-04. With Fleury's retirement, he is now the only active player to have played NHL games before the salary cap was instituted following the 2004-05 lockout. Burns made the official switch to defense in 2006. And while he went on to play a handful of additonal games at forward through his career, his blue-line skills blossomed. Between 2016 and 2019, he was named a Norris Trophy finalist three times in four years, and won in 2017. Though he's a big body at 6-foot-5 and 229 pounds, Burns has also proven to be extremely durable. He hasn't missed a game since November of 2013 and is currently the NHL's reigning ironman at 925 consecutive games played — fourth all-time and 139 games behind current record holder Phil Kessel. After signing a new one-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche on July 2, Burns will become the 22nd player in NHL history to play in 22 seasons when he hits the ice for his first game this fall. His latest deal carries a $1 million base salary and $4 million in potential bonuses. The first is an easily-attainable $3 million bonus for 10 games played, per PuckPedia — a mechanism that will allow the cap-strapped Avalanche to defer that $3 million to their 2026-27 budget if needed, with the NHL cap ceiling continuing to rise dramatically. The second bonus is $1 million if Burns appears in more than 70 games in 2025-26, and averages more than 23 minutes of ice time. That may seem like a big ask for a 40-year-old, but Burns doesn't miss games and the ice time is just slightly above his career average of 22:22 a night. Assignments of 23+ minutes aren't very far in the rearview mirror, either: he played 23:13 with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2022-23. Though Burns doesn't have any specific playoff bonuses in his contract, his new deal with Colorado puts him in a good spot to take another significant run at the Stanley Cup. If Suter doesn't return this fall, Burns will be the longest-tenured active player in the league not to have won. He has reached the Final just once, with the San Jose Sharks in 2016. The 2003 NHL draft has been widely regarded as one of the deepest of all time. Burns and Perry fell to the bottom half of the first round, yet were both selected well ahead of many other terrific talents. That list includes newly enshrined Hall of Famer Shea Weber and longtime Boston Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron, who were both second-round picks. And in the seventh round in 2003, the Sharks selected Joe Pavelski at No. 205. Pavelski also never won a Cup. But when he hung up his skates after the 2024 season, he did it with the most goals (476) and points (1,068) in the entire 2003 NHL draft class. Also an elite golfer, Pavelski had an opportunity to kiss a trophy on Sunday, when he was presented with a crystal chalice after a walk-off eagle gave him first place at the 2025 American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL analysts project optimism as Colorado Avalanche signs Brent Burns to strengthen blue line
Brent Burns (via Getty Images) Veteran defenseman Brent Burns has signed a one-year, $1 million deal with the Colorado Avalanche, adding his experience and intense competitiveness to a team thirsty for a second Stanley Cup. Brent Burns, who played last for the Carolina Hurricanes, is regarded for his high hockey IQ, physicality, and unparalleled love for the game. NHL Analysts are all praise for the veteran NHL star's leadership that will benefit the Colorado Avalanche. NHL analyst praises Brent Burns, who can guide the Colorado Avalanche's star defense corps The Colorado Avalanche's latest signing, Brent Burns, will now join forces with one of the NHL's strongest blue lines, led by Cale Makar and Devon Toews. The 2017 Norris Trophy winner comes with almost two decades of NHL experience, hoping to contribute in and out of the box as the Avalanche pursue another extended playoff push. Brent Burns played the last three years with the Carolina Hurricanes, where he had heavy minutes on a top-pairing with Jaccob Slavin. Brent Burns' first season in Carolina was productive, with 61 points (18 goals, 43 assists), but last season was down to only 29 points—a line that matched his lowest in more than a decade. Nevertheless, NHL commentators opine that Brent Burns' worth cannot be measured by sheer numbers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo NHL analyst Tony Loftman has recently labeled Burns as "timeless" and "a total hockey fanatic," citing his passion for the game and non-stop desire to play. "Timeless. The guy loves the game so much. People focus on the beard and perhaps miss out on the fact that he's a total hockey fanatic... That's why he's still playing, still chasing the Cup. Obviously, that San Jose team in 2016 — he was such a vital piece," Tony Loftman said. Co-analyst Stu Grimson reaffirmed this by praising his physical fitness and leadership. "I'll tell you what — if you can add somebody like Brent Burns, here's a guy who contributed 30-plus points from the blue line last year, took on important minutes, and is an absolute beast in terms of how he looks after himself," Stu Grimson stated. Also read: NHL star Brent Burns set to boost Colorado Avalanche defense in 2025-26 Brent Burns' signing is a deliberate move on the part of the Colorado Avalanche to bring established experience to a top-shelf core that already was one of the best in the league. With a championship culture and plenty of gas remaining in the tank, Burns might be the missing element in taking Colorado's defense from good to legendary. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL star Brent Burns set to boost Colorado Avalanche defense in 2025-26
The Colorado Avalanche have officially bolstered one of the NHL's most consistent and successful defensemen, signing Brent Burns to a one-year deal for the 2025-26 season. The 40-year-old veteran comes to Colorado following a highlight career with the Minnesota Wild, San Jose Sharks, and Carolina Hurricanes, with unparalleled experience, offense, and a record-breaking consecutive games played streak to an Avalanche blue line ready to chase another championship. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Avalanche Blue Line has depth added by Brent Burns' Experience and Iron Man Streak Burns heads into his 22nd season in the NHL with an ongoing "Iron Man" streak of 925 games, the fourth-longest in league history. In 2024-25, he played in all 82 regular-season games with Carolina, scoring 29 points (six goals, 23 assists) and averaging almost 21 minutes of ice time. He contributed five points in 15 playoff games as the Hurricanes qualified for the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year. Aside from his toughness, Burns has constructed a résumé worthy of the Hall of Fame. His 910 career points are eighth in NHL history among defensemen, topped by three 70-plus point campaigns and a Norris Trophy in 2016-17 when he paced all blue-liners with 76 points and 29 goals. In more than 21 seasons, Burns has played in six NHL All-Star Games and has been selected to various postseason All-Star teams, solidifying his position as one of the top offensive defensemen of his generation. A proven veteran leader set to join a Stanley Cup contender and strengthen their lineup Colorado general manager Chris MacFarland spoke highly of Burns' leadership qualities, work ethic, and presence in the dressing room. Burns' addition bolsters a defense group that already includes Cale Makar, Josh Manson, and Samuel Girard. His size, flexibility, and power play quarterbacking skill will prove to be key assets for the Avalanche as they attempt to compete for another Stanley Cup. Off the ice, Burns is a familiar giver and global champion. He has won gold medals on behalf of Canada at both the World Cup of Hockey and the IIHF World Championship. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now His deep playoff experience, including San Jose's inaugural appearance in the Stanley Cup Final in 2016, should be a huge asset to Colorado's postseason hopes. With a resume that reads almost 1,500 NHL games, Brent Burns enters the Avalanche with the intent of making a difference. His combination of talent, reliability, and leadership will serve Colorado well as it pursues another championship. Also Read:
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
The Wraparound: Predicting Connor Bedard's Next Contract With The Chicago Blackhawks
Get your fill-in on another day of the NHL's off-season with rapid-fire discussion on The Wraparound. Predicting Connor Bedard's Next Contract With The Chicago Blackhawks by The Wraparound Predicting Connor Bedard's Next Contract With The Chicago Blackhawks by The Wraparound undefined Advertisement Here's what Emma Lingan, Stephen Kerr and Michael Augello discussed in today's episode: 0:00: Predicting Connor Bedard's next contract with the Chicago Blackhawks 5:52: What to make of the Dallas Stars' decision to hire Glen Gulutzan as coach 9:50: Was signing Brent Burns a low-risk move for the Colorado Avalanche? 12:06: How will losing Pius Suter affect the Vancouver Canucks? 16:35: Does Don Cherry deserve to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame next year? 20:26: Breaking down Ken Holland's first free agency with the Los Angeles Kings 24:55: Was Morgan Frost's extension with the Calgary Flames a good signing? Advertisement 27:05: Making sense of the Seattle Kraken's off-season trades and signings 29:49: Could Andrew Mangiapane be re-ignited by playing with the Edmonton Oilers? 33:20: Assessing the San Jose Sharks' free agency decisions 36:30: Reacting to Nikolaj Ehlers' contract with the Carolina Hurricanes See below for where to subscribe to the show for future episodes. Apple Podcasts Spotify Podbean iHeartRadio Amazon Promo image credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images
Al Arabiya
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Veteran defenseman Brent Burns signs with Avs for what could be last chance at elusive Stanley Cup
Brent Burns has the impressive Ironman streak–925 straight games and counting–the majestic beard and the individual accolades. All that's missing from his potential Hall of Fame career is that Stanley Cup title. This could be his last chance. The 40-year-old agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal with the Colorado Avalanche that includes up to $3 million more in performance bonuses. He's trying to follow the script of Hall of Fame defenseman Ray Bourque, who spent most of his career with Boston only to join the Avalanche late in his career and hoist the Cup in 2001 before skating off into retirement. 'There's still something to chase, so I'm still super-motivated for that,' Burns said Thursday in a Zoom call. 'There's one big goal still.' He joins a stacked Colorado team that includes fellow Norris Trophy–winning defenseman Cale Makar and one of the league's top scorers in Nathan MacKinnon. Burns figures to add another layer of leadership to a team that just got back captain Gabriel Landeskog after he missed nearly three years in his recovery from a serious knee injury. 'You're around guys that are chasing one goal, and there's just something special about it–all the laughs and the working hard together,' Burns said. 'It's really special to try to build something together, and I just enjoy that process.' The 6-foot-5, 228-pound Burns could be partnered on the blue line with Sam Malinski, who was around 5 years old when Burns broke into the league. What number Burns may wear on his jersey remains in the air. The numbers he's donned over his NHL career are taken–No. 8 is worn by Makar and No. 88 by Martin Necas, who was his teammate in Carolina. Burns is leaning toward No. 84, 'but I don't know if it's set in stone yet,' he said. Burns won the league's award for the top defenseman in 2017. He joins another Norris winner in Makar, who was the award's most recent recipient and also won it in 2022 when the Avalanche won the Stanley Cup. 'He's obviously just insanely talented,' Burns said of Makar. 'The things he can do–there's not many, if any, people in the world that can do it. So I'm really excited to get to see it in person every day and see how he ticks and how he thinks about the game.' Burns is still getting major ice time even as he's about to enter his 22nd NHL season. He averaged nearly 21 minutes a game for the Hurricanes last season. He had six goals and 23 assists. What's more, he's played in 925 straight games, which is the fourth-longest Ironman streak in NHL history and longest currently going. A first-round pick by Minnesota in 2003, Burns played seven seasons with the Wild before being dealt to San Jose in 2011. He spent the past three seasons in Carolina. Over 1,497 regular-season games, he's scored 261 goals and dished out 649 assists. He's led all NHL defensemen in points (2016–17, 18–19), assists (18–19), and goals (15–16, 16–17) for a season over his career. Burns is set to become the 23rd player in NHL history to skate in at least 22 seasons. 'That's a big part for me. It's something I really want to do. It's definitely not easy,' Burns said. 'I think it's a special group here. … Whatever they ask of me, that's what I want to do. That's all that I'm really looking at right now is that's what I want to do.' The one piece missing from his lengthy career is that Stanley Cup. He reached the final with the Sharks in 2016, where they lost to Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins in six games. In 135 postseason games, Burns has 24 goals and 56 assists while averaging just over 24 minutes on the ice. 'I just want to come in and join the group, fit in,' Burns said. 'I want to bring some energy, bring some fun, some experience.'
