Canadian professional hockey player Chris Neil plays for the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League. A tough, gritty player, Fisher hits hard and never backs down from a fight. Since joining the Senators in 2001, Fisher has racked up the most penalty minutes among his teammates every season.
On November 15, 2008, Neil tore the meniscus in his right knee. The injury will require surgery and is expected to sideline the winger for several weeks.ESPN.com: ...Neil to Have Surgery on Torn Meniscus
NHL Career
Neil was drafted by the Senators during the sixth round of the 1998 NHL entry draft and joined the team as a full time player for the 2001-2002 season. He earned 17 points and 231 penalty minutes in his rookie year. During the 2005-2006 season, Neil earned a career high of 33 points and signed a $3.3 million three-year contract extension with the Senators during the off-season. The following season, he was the top hitter in the league.
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Chris Neil Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Ottawa Senators
- Internet Hockey Database: Career Stats
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 215
- Rookie Year: 2001-2002
References
Fast Facts
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Birth date
June 18, 1979
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Birth place
Markdale, Ontario, Canada
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Height
6'1"
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Weight
209 lbs
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Position
Right Wing
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Shoots
Right
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Jersey number
25
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Nickname
Neiler
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Fact:
Played his 400th game and recorded his 1,000th penalty minute during the 2007-2008 seasonOfficial Site of the Ottawa Senators: Chris Neil
