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Eric
Staal
Center
Birthdate
29/10/1984
Birthplace
Thunder Bay, ON
Draft Info
2003: Rd 1, Pk 2 (CAR)
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Biography
Birthdate
29/10/1984
Birthplace
Thunder Bay, ON
Draft Info
2003: Rd 1, Pk 2 (CAR)
Position
Center
Career History
Florida Panthers
2022-2023 (1 Season)
Montreal Canadiens
2020*-2021 (1 Season)
Buffalo Sabres
2020*-2021 (1 Season)
Minnesota Wild
2016-2020 (4 Seasons)
New York Rangers
2015*-2016 (1 Season)
Carolina Hurricanes
2003-2004, 2005-2015* (12 Seasons)
NHL News
Michael McCarron calls out Josh Manson for being a ‘dirty player’
Wild center Michael McCarron calls Josh Manson a "dirty player" after the Avalanche defenseman hit him with the blunt end of his stick.
How Taylor Hall found his MVP form again with the Hurricanes
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Previews, stats, schedule, bracket
It's a crucial night on the calendar with an ESPN doubleheader. Plus, catch up on highlights from Avs-Wild Game 4.
Avalanche take 3-1 lead into game 5 against the Wild
Minnesota Wild (46-24-12, in the Central Division) vs. Colorado Avalanche (55-16-11, in the Central Division)
Wild's McCarron calls Avs' Manson 'dirty player' for butt-end to face
Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson returned from a five-game absence Monday night in Game 4 and took a double minor penalty for hitting Wild center Michael McCarron with the blunt end of his stick during a scrum midway through the first period.
Colorado Avalanche vs. Minnesota Wild: Game Highlights
Colorado Avalanche vs. Minnesota Wild: Game Highlights