Brent Burns is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman playing for the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL. He was drafted 20th overall by the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the 2003 NHL Draft. Burns made his NHL debut on October 8, 2003, against the Chicago Blackhawks and scored his first goal in his third game against the San Jose Sharks.
Burns played for the Minnesota Wild until he was traded to the San Jose Sharks on June 24, 2011. He had a breakout season in 2015-16, finishing with 75 points (27 goals, 48 assists) and helping the Sharks reach the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in franchise history. In 2017, he became the first player in Sharks history to win the Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman. He scored a career-high 83 points (16 goals, 67 assists) in the 2018-19 season. On July 13, 2022, Burns was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes. He played all 82 games in his final season with the Sharks, recording 54 points (10 goals, 44 assists) and averaging 26:09 ice time. On January 29, 2023, Burns played his 1,300th NHL game. He achieved his 600th career assist on December 2, 2023, making him the seventh defenseman in NHL history to reach this milestone.
Where is Brent Burns from?
Brent Burns is from Barrie, Ontario, Canada. He was born on March 9, 1985. Burns grew up in a family with a strong connection to military history and outdoor activities. His grandfather, a World War II veteran, lived with him during childhood and shared military stories.
His father was a butcher, and although the family was not involved in hunting, Burns developed a keen interest in wildlife and outdoor sports from a young age. Burns spent significant time at his family’s ranch in Texas, where he learned about hunting and wildlife management.
Brent Burns Nationality
Brent Burns is Canadian. He was born in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, and represents Canada in international ice hockey competitions. He won gold medals at the 2015 World Championships in the Czech Republic and the 2016 World Cup of Hockey in Toronto. Burns also earned two silver medals: one at the 2008 World Championships in Quebec City and another at the 2004 World Junior Championships in Helsinki.
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A. Brent Burns was born on March 9, 1985.
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A. Brent Burns won the James Norris Memorial Trophy in 2017 as the league's best defenseman.
