Brian Joseph Gionta is now 31 years old and birthday on 18th January. Being a Montreal Canadiens Captain, Canadiens used to have two American-born captains, Brian Joseph is one of them (the first being Chris Chelios). Gio is his nickname named by teammates, he is also the second shortest player in the NHL. He is known as an indomitable player.
Gionta was first picked by New Jersey Devils in 1998 NHL Entry Draft. When he joined senior middle school at the Aquinas Institute in Rochester, NY, as diminutive. Finished his college in Boston in 2001. In the 2000-2001 season, he help the team win a National Championship as Eagles captain. Current Atlanta Thrashers forward Marty Reasoner give him the “Rochester” name. He enjoyed his best statistical at that time with Reasoner as a teammate, 30 goals and 62 points in 40 games and help the Eagles to arrive Boston for National Championship.
As a sophomore of BC, He got 60 points that year, but eliminated by Hockey Ease rival, the University of Maine in the Frozen Four semifinals.
In his senior season as a captain, the total points is 54, helping Boston College win National Championship. When playing against University of Maine, he scored 5 goals.
Boston College player Stephen is his brother and help the Boston College be the best College Hockey team at that time.
Brian had played 310 games for New Jersey, including 50 playoff games. Also be a member of the 2002–03 Stanley Cup championship teamHe played for their affiliate the Albany River Rats of the American Hockey League (AHL), in 2004-2005 lockout. At the same time, Brian is also one member of the 2006 U.S. Men’s Olympic Hockey team.
Brian Gionta is now one of the most shortest players in the National Hockey League with height of 5’7″, until now he enjoyed great success from the second half of the 2003–2004 season He is known as the most effective and offensive player in Devils at the same time, though his short height.
Gionta at last signed a 5-year contract for $25 Million with the Montreal Canadiens On July 1, 2009. This has reunited him with former Devils’ teammate Scott Gomez.
Comprehensive assessment, Being a energetic player and shows great active in offensive side, and two way ability. Fast speed and good acceleration. Possesses perfect skills and instincts around an opposing net, almost take a pounding in front.
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