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Brendan Gallagher

Brendan Gallagher is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Brendan Gallagher is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger. He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2010 and spent 14 NHL seasons with Montreal before being traded to the Vancouver Canucks in June 2026. Gallagher was born in Edmonton and grew up in Delta, British Columbia.

Early life and junior career

Gallagher was born in Edmonton and grew up in Delta, British Columbia. He played major junior hockey with the Vancouver Giants of the Western Hockey League, where he became the franchise leader in goals and points.

NHL career

Gallagher was drafted by Montreal in 2010 and became a long-tenured member of the Canadiens. He played 14 seasons with the club before being traded to the Vancouver Canucks in June 2026.

International play

Gallagher has represented Canada in international competition. Reported appearances include the 2009 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, the 2012 World Junior Hockey Championship, and the 2016 IIHF World Championship.

Playing style and reputation

Gallagher is widely described as a smaller but highly competitive forward. Sources characterize him as a hard-working net-front player with a tenacious, physical style.

Key facts

  • Gallagher was born in Edmonton and raised in Delta, British Columbia.
  • He was selected 147th overall by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
  • He played 14 NHL seasons with Montreal before being traded to Vancouver on June 29, 2026.
  • He played junior hockey with the Vancouver Giants and set franchise records for goals and points.
  • As of the 2025–26 season, he had 911 career regular-season NHL games, all with Montreal before the trade.
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Canadian context

Gallagher is a Canadian-born player from Edmonton who grew up in British Columbia, developed in the WHL, and became a long-time NHL player for Montreal before joining Vancouver.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Brendan Gallagher?
Brendan Gallagher is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger who has played in the NHL for Montreal and Vancouver.
When was Brendan Gallagher born?
He was born on May 6, 1992.
What team drafted Brendan Gallagher?
The Montreal Canadiens selected him 147th overall in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
What junior team did he play for?
He played for the Vancouver Giants in the Western Hockey League.
Has he played for Canada internationally?
Yes. Sources list him on Canadian teams at the 2009 U-17 event, the 2012 World Juniors, and the 2016 World Championship.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brendan_Gallagher
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, position, draft selection, and tenure with Montreal.
  2. NHL — https://www.nhl.com/canucks/player/brendan-gallagher-8475848
    Supports: Trade to Vancouver, junior background, draft selection, season/career totals, and international representation.
  3. NHL — https://www.nhl.com/canucks/news/canucks-acquire-brendan-gallagher-from-montreal
    Supports: June 29, 2026 trade to Vancouver, career totals, and Vancouver Giants statistics.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/bio/_/id/5614/brendan-gallagher
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, position, draft information, and active status.
  5. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/25705/brendan-gallagher
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, position, handedness, and draft details.
  6. CBC Sports — https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/nhl-montreal-canadiens-brendan-gallagher-vicki-hall-1.5406678
    Supports: General profile of his size, style, and role with Montreal.