Craig Cunningham

Craig Cunningham, born on September thirteenth, nineteen ninety, is a former professional ice hockey centre from Canada. He made his mark in the National Hockey League (NHL) playing for the Boston Bruins and the Arizona Coyotes. Selected by the Bruins as the ninety-seventh overall pick in the two thousand ten NHL Entry Draft, Cunningham's journey in the league began with a call-up to the Bruins in December two thousand thirteen.

Before his NHL career, Cunningham showcased his talent in the Western Hockey League (WHL), where he had a remarkable stint with the Vancouver Giants. As a rookie in two thousand seven, he celebrated a Memorial Cup victory and earned a spot on the WHL West First All-Star Team in two thousand ten. He left the Giants as the franchise's all-time leader in games played, a testament to his dedication and skill on the ice.

Throughout his NHL career, Cunningham played a total of sixty-three games with both the Bruins and Coyotes. However, his promising career was cut short in late two thousand sixteen when he suffered a cardiac arrest during a pre-game skate with the Tucson Roadrunners, leading to the amputation of his lower left leg. Despite this life-altering event, Cunningham has remained connected to the sport he loves.

Currently, he serves as a professional scout for the Vegas Golden Knights and plays a vital role in player development, sharing his extensive knowledge and experience with the next generation of hockey players.