Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Rod Brind'Amour

How Rod Brind'Amour built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Rod Brind'Amour is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player and current head coach of the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL. He is known for his exceptional fitness and dedication throughout his playing career, which spanned over two decades. As a player, Brind'Amour was a celebrated two-way forward known for his leadership, work ethic, and defensive responsibility, earning him the nickname "Rod the Bod." He captained the Hurricanes to their only Stanley Cup victory in 2006. Transitioning to coaching, Brind'Amour has continued his success, emphasizing the same principles of hard work and dedication that defined his playing career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1988: Drafted by the St. Louis Blues

In 1988, Rod Brind'Amour was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in the first round, ninth overall, of the NHL Entry Draft. He then played the next season at Michigan State University.

1989: Joined the St. Louis Blues during Stanley Cup playoffs

At the conclusion of the 1988–89 Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) season, Rod Brind'Amour joined the Blues during the 1989 Stanley Cup playoffs, making his debut in Game 5 of the Blues' division semifinals against the Minnesota North Stars and scoring a goal on his first shot.

1991: Traded to Philadelphia Flyers

Just before the start of the 1991–92 season, Rod Brind'Amour was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers (along with Dan Quinn) in exchange for Murray Baron and Ron Sutter.

1997: Stanley Cup Finals Appearance

In 1997, during the first round of the playoffs against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Rod Brind'Amour scored two short-handed goals during a single power play. The Flyers made it to the Stanley Cup Finals, where they lost to the Detroit Red Wings.

2000: Traded to Carolina Hurricanes

During the 1999–2000 season, Rod Brind'Amour was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes (along with Jean-Marc Pelletier) in exchange for Keith Primeau.

2002: Hurricanes Run to the Finals

During the Hurricanes' run to the Finals in 2002, Rod Brind'Amour formed one-third of Carolina's "BBC Line", which also featured Bates Battaglia and Erik Cole.

2005: Named Captain of the Hurricanes

Before the 2005–06 season, Rod Brind'Amour was named captain of the Carolina Hurricanes.

November 2006: Recorded 1,000th NHL Point

In November 2006, Rod Brind'Amour recorded his 1,000th career NHL point.

2006: Stanley Cup Win

In 2006, Rod Brind'Amour captained the Carolina Hurricanes to win the Stanley Cup, which was the first championship in franchise history.

February 2007: Scored 400th Career Goal

In February 2007, Rod Brind'Amour scored his 400th career goal.

February 14, 2008: Tore ACL

On February 14, 2008, in a game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Rod Brind'Amour tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the first period, ending his season.

January 20, 2010: Replaced as Hurricanes Captain

On January 20, 2010, Rod Brind'Amour was replaced as Carolina Hurricanes captain by Eric Staal, previously an alternate captain, and Brind'Amour served as an alternate captain for the remainder of the season.

February 18, 2011: Jersey Retired

On February 18, 2011, Rod Brind'Amour's number 17 jersey was retired in a ceremony prior to a game against the Philadelphia Flyers.

June 7, 2011: Named Assistant Coach

On June 7, 2011, Rod Brind'Amour was introduced by the Carolina Hurricanes as their assistant coach and development coach.

November 23, 2015: Inducted into Flyers Hall of Fame

On November 23, 2015, Rod Brind'Amour was inducted into the Flyers Hall of Fame during a game against the Carolina Hurricanes, where he was serving as an assistant coach at the time.