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Guillaume Latendresse

Guillaume Latendresse is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player from Sainte-Catherine, Quebec.

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

Guillaume Latendresse is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player from Sainte-Catherine, Quebec. He played in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens, Minnesota Wild and Ottawa Senators, and was selected 45th overall in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft by Montreal.

Early life and junior career

Latendresse was raised in Quebec and developed as a hockey player in Canadian junior hockey before reaching the professional ranks. Available sources identify Drummondville as his junior team affiliation.

NHL career

He began his NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens after being selected in the 2005 draft. He later played for the Minnesota Wild and Ottawa Senators, and his NHL statistics show 341 games played with 87 goals and 60 assists.

Playing style and physical profile

Sources list Latendresse at about 6 ft 2 in and 230 lb, with a left shot. He was used as a forward on either wing.

Post-playing career

French-language and other sources indicate that he later worked in hockey-related media and coaching roles after his playing career ended.

Key facts

  • Guillaume Latendresse is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player.
  • He was drafted 45th overall by the Montreal Canadiens in 2005.
  • He played in the NHL for Montreal, Minnesota and Ottawa.
  • His professional career spanned 2006 to 2014.
  • He later worked in hockey-related media and coaching roles.
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Canadian context

Latendresse is a Quebec-born Canadian hockey player whose career began with the Montreal Canadiens, making him relevant to Canadian NHL history and Quebec hockey culture.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Guillaume Latendresse?
He is a Canadian former professional ice hockey forward who played in the NHL for Montreal, Minnesota and Ottawa.
When was Guillaume Latendresse born?
He was born on May 24, 1987.
Which team drafted Guillaume Latendresse?
The Montreal Canadiens selected him 45th overall in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.
What position did he play?
He played left wing and right wing.
Is Guillaume Latendresse retired?
Yes. Sources list him as a retired player, with a pro career spanning 2006 to 2014.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guillaume_Latendresse
    Supports: Birth date, Canadian nationality, draft position, and NHL teams.
  2. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/es/player/guillaume-latendresse-8471670
    Supports: Birthplace, height, weight, draft details, shooting hand, and career statistics.
  3. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guillaume_Latendresse
    Supports: Position, pro career dates, teams played for, and post-playing roles.
  4. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/9194/guillaume-latendresse
    Supports: Birthplace, position, physical measurements, draft details, and retired status.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/bio/_/id/3247/guillaume-latendresse
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, and draft information.