Guide Note

John-Michael Liles is a professional hockey player currently playing for the Colorado Avalanche in the National Hockey League.

Fast Facts

Born: November 25, 1980
Birthplace: Zionsville, Indiana
Played for the Michigan State University Spartans in college as a star offensive defenseman, four years
Two time All-American
Scored 10 goals and recorded 24 assists in his rookie season
During the NHL Lockout played with the German League, Team Iserlohn Roosters

Career Highlights

Prior to joining the NHL, Liles attended and played for Michigan State University. He was drafted 159th overall in the 2000 NHL Draft by the Colorado Avalanche, but continued to play in college for three more years. In 2002 and 2003, Liles was selected as the best offensive defenseman in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association. After graduation, Liles joined the Avalanche American Hockey League affiliate, the Hershey Bears. He made his NHL debut in the 2003-04 season, playing 79 games and being selected for the NHL All-Rookie Team. The following season Liles played in Germany during the NHL Lockout. He returned to the Avalanche in 2005, playing all 82 regular season games, plus nine playoff games. In 2006, Liles represented Team U.S.A. in the Winter Olympics. Also in 2006, Liles signed a contract extension to keep him with the Avalanche for two additional seasons.

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- Height: 5'10"
- Weight: 185
- Rookie Year: 2000

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November 25, 1980: Born
1999-03: Played with the Michigan State Spartans, CCHA
2000: Drafted 159th overall in the 5th round of the NHL Draft, by the Colorado Avalanche
2002-03: Played with the Hershey Bears, AHL
2002-03: Best Offensive Defenseman, CCHA
2003-04: All-Rookie Team, NHL
2003- Current: Colorado Avalanche Team Member
2004: World Cup of Hockey Team Member
2005: World Championships Team Member
2006: Played Team USA in the Olympic Games

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