Brian Rolston
Brian Rolston
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Brian Anthony Rolston is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player. He was often referred to as "B-Ro" during his playing career.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on February 21, 1973, in Flint, Michigan, USA.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Canadian
Professional Ice Hockey Player (1991-2011)
Early Life and Background
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Brian Rolston was born to a Canadian family in Flint, Michigan. His father, Ron Rolston, was an American of Irish descent, while his mother, Margaret Rolston, is from Quebec, Canada.
Growing up in a hockey-loving family, Brian began skating at the age of three and quickly developed a passion for the game. He spent most of his childhood playing minor hockey in the suburbs of Detroit before moving to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, with his family at the age of 10.
Rolston's dedication and natural talent earned him a spot on the Canadian national under-17 team, which he played for during the 1989-1990 season.
Major Accomplishments
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Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 18 seasons
Represented Canada at the 2006 Winter Olympics and won a silver medal
Held the record for most career power-play goals by a defenseman (35)
Scored his first NHL goal on February 19, 1992, against the Toronto Maple Leafs
Notable Works or Actions
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Rolston's impressive playing career saw him suit up for several teams, including:
New Jersey Devils (1991-2000)
Colorado Avalanche (2000-2003)
Boston Bruins (2004-2006)
Minnesota Wild (2007-2011)
Throughout his career, Rolston consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and commitment to improvement. He was known for his ability to score goals in key situations and played an important role in several teams' postseason runs.
Impact and Legacy
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Brian Rolston's contributions to the sport of hockey extend far beyond his impressive on-ice accomplishments. As one of the most respected players of his generation, he paved the way for future generations of Canadian hockey players.
Off the ice, Rolston has been an advocate for several charitable organizations, including the Autism Society and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Brian Rolston's legacy is built on his consistent performance over a long and storied career. His dedication to improving himself as a player and his commitment to giving back to his community have earned him widespread respect within the hockey world.
Quotes by Brian Rolston
The first thing in the morning he's asking me, 'are we wearing the red or the green jerseys tonight dad?' Before I can even open my eyes in the morning.
The Hawks didn't have a lot of energy after the early goal. It wasn't an exciting game, but that's the way we like to play.
You can really feel it's a team win, ... We have a team that can skate. I think it's going to take little time to realize that and gain that confidence after beating a team like that handily.
I don't like it and I don't buy it. You create rivalries in the playoffs, not seeing them over and over. I don't think it's gone as well as they thought it would.
If I had more teams to choose from, I wouldn't pick any other place to be. This organization, the team, the coach, everything about it has been very positive. It's been a good fit.
I didn't see the replay, but common sense will tell you that if the glove and the arm are behind the goal line, there's a pretty good chance the puck is underneath it. I guess common sense doesn't mean anything there.
I had an idea of what I wanted to do when I went out there. I faked the forehand and went backhand and it went under his arm.
I'm just like, 'Exhibition game. Sold out?' ... It's unbelievable. It's a unique thing here in Minnesota. There's no question.
I knew if I got there that he would get me that puck. When I saw him cut to the middle, I had to try to catch up to him. He made just a perfect pass and I had the empty net to shoot at.