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Corey Perry

Corey Perry is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger known for his long NHL career, physical style of play, and scoring touch.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Corey Perry is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger known for his long NHL career, physical style of play, and scoring touch. He was drafted by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim in 2003 and won the Stanley Cup with Anaheim in 2007. As of the latest available source, he is active and listed with the Los Angeles Kings, though another source still lists Tampa Bay Lightning, reflecting a source-date mismatch.

Early life and junior career

Corey Perry was born in Peterborough, Ontario, and developed as a youth and junior player in Canada. He played for the London Knights and became a major junior standout before reaching the NHL.

NHL career

Perry entered the NHL with Anaheim and later played for multiple teams across the league. Source records show him most recently with the Los Angeles Kings, while another profile still lists Tampa Bay, indicating a roster-update discrepancy across sources.

Achievements and awards

Perry’s honours include a Stanley Cup title with Anaheim in 2007, the Maurice Richard Trophy, and the Hart Memorial Trophy in 2011. He also won major international titles with Canada, including Olympic gold medals.

Disciplinary history

Perry has also faced league discipline during his career. A reported example was a four-game suspension for a late hit to the head of Minnesota’s Jason Zucker.

Key facts

  • Corey Perry is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger who has played in the NHL since 2005.
  • He won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007.
  • He won the Maurice Richard Trophy and Hart Memorial Trophy in 2011.
  • He has played for multiple NHL teams including Anaheim, Dallas, Montreal, Tampa Bay, Chicago, Edmonton, and Los Angeles.
  • He received a four-game suspension for a late hit to the head of Jason Zucker.
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Canadian context

Perry is Canadian, born in Ontario, and he has represented Canada in major international hockey competitions, including winning Olympic gold medals.[4][7][8]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Corey Perry?
Corey Perry is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger who has played in the NHL since 2005 and is known for scoring and physical play.
What team does Corey Perry play for?
The latest source lists him with the Los Angeles Kings, while another still lists Tampa Bay Lightning; the discrepancy likely reflects roster timing in the sources.
How old is Corey Perry?
He was born on May 16, 1985, which makes him 41 years old as of July 2026.
What happened to Corey Perry?
He has continued his NHL career with several team changes in recent years, and he was also removed from a Blackhawks contract in 2023 after an internal team matter referenced in secondary sources.
Did Corey Perry win the Stanley Cup?
Yes. He won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007.
Why was Corey Perry suspended?
He was suspended four games after delivering a late hit to the head of Jason Zucker in a game against Minnesota.

References

  1. NHLhttps://www.nhl.com/kings/player/corey-perry-8470621
    Supports: Latest team listing, draft position, and recent season statistics.
  2. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corey_Perry
    Supports: Suspension for hit on Jason Zucker.
  3. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/nhl/player/bio/_/id/2273/corey-perry
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, position, current/previous teams, and career timeline.
  4. Global Newshttps://globalnews.ca/news/3232428/nhls-corey-perry-reflects-on-a-hockey-career-filled-with-championships/
    Supports: Stanley Cup win and broader career achievements.
  5. Elite Prospectshttps://www.eliteprospects.com/player/8541/corey-perry
    Supports: Birth data, nationality, draft details, awards, and player style.