Mark Giordano

Ice hockey defenseman, Norris Trophy winner

Mark Giordano - Ice hockey defenseman, Norris Trophy winner
Born

October 3rd, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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An ice hockey defenseman played for the Calgary Flames and the Seattle Kraken in the NHL. Giordano began his career with the Flames in 2005 and quickly established himself as a key player on the team. In 2019, he won the Norris Trophy as the league's best defenseman, becoming the first Flames player to receive the honor in over 30 years. He served as the Flames' captain from 2013 to 2020, leading the team through multiple playoff appearances. After leaving Calgary, joined the expansion team Seattle Kraken for their inaugural season in 2021.

Won the Norris Trophy in 2019

Served as captain of the Calgary Flames

Played for the Calgary Flames from 2005 to 2020

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