Marc Joannette

Marc Joannette, born on November 3, 1968, is a distinguished retired Canadian ice hockey referee known for his significant contributions to the National Hockey League (NHL). With a career that began on October 1, 1999, Joannette wore the uniform number 25 and quickly established himself as a prominent figure in the world of professional hockey officiating.

Throughout his career, Joannette officiated an impressive total of one thousand five hundred and twenty regular season games and one hundred and seventy-two playoff contests. His expertise and dedication to the sport were highlighted during pivotal moments, including the memorable game on April 6, 2007, when legendary goaltender Martin Brodeur achieved his forty-eighth victory, surpassing Bernie Parent's record for the most wins in a single season.

Joannette's remarkable skills earned him the honor of officiating the Stanley Cup Final in three separate years: two thousand eight, two thousand nine, and two thousand eighteen. Additionally, he represented Canada on the international stage by officiating men's hockey at the two thousand ten Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, further solidifying his legacy in the sport.