Shea Theodore
Shea Theodore: Golden Knights defenceman and Stanley Cup champion.
Shea Theodore (born August 3, 1995) is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman for the Vegas Golden Knights of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the first round, 26th overall, of the 2013 NHL entry draft.
Quick Facts
- Born
- 3 August 1995
- Birthplace
- Langley, British Columbia, Canada
- Position
- Defence
- Shoots
- Left
- League
- NHL
- Team
- Vegas Golden Knights
- Former teams
- Anaheim Ducks
- Draft
- 26th overall
Lore & Background
Theodore began his minor hockey career with the Aldergrove Minor Hockey Association. He was drafted in the third round of the 2010 WHL Bantam Draft by the Seattle Thunderbirds. He played for Canada at various international tournaments, winning gold at the 2013 World U18 Championships and 2015 World Junior Championships, and a silver medal at the 2019 World Championship. He was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights on June 21, 2017, during the NHL Expansion Draft. He signed a seven-year, $36.4 million contract extension with the Golden Knights on September 24, 2018. Prior to the 2019–20 season, he underwent surgery to treat testicular cancer. He was one of four remaining original Golden Knights when the team won the Stanley Cup in 2023. On October 24, 2024, he signed a seven-year, $52.15 million contract extension with the Golden Knights.
Reader's Guide
Theodore is a defenceman known for his skating ability. He played for the Anaheim Ducks before being traded to the Golden Knights. He has been a key player for Vegas, contributing to their Stanley Cup win in 2023.
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