Matt Gilroy

Professional hockey player Matt Gilroy plays for the New York Rangers in the National Hockey League. Gilroy won the Hobey Baker Award in 2009, as the top collegiate hockey player.

Gilroy, who helped Boston University win the NCAA Hockey Tournament on April 11, 2009, signed as an undrafted free agent with the New York Rangers on April 17, 2009.NHL.com: Rangers sign college standout Matt Gilroy

Gilroy played hockey in high school at St. Mary's High School in New York, leading the team to two state championships. He was also selected as the team's MVP and the Athlete of the Year. Gilroy went on to play in the Eastern Junior Hockey League for the Walpole Junior Stars, scoring 24 goals and 29 assists in the 2004-2005 season.Boston University: Matt Gilroy

He joined the Boston University Terriers in 2005, playing in 36 his first season, recording two goals and six assists. Gilroy's numbers improved in his sophomore season, tallying nine goals and 17 assists and earning All-American Second Team and Hockey East All-Star First Team honors. Continuing in the 2007-2008 season, Gilroy was selected for the All-American First Team and given the Bob Monahan Award as the top defenseman in New England. During his senior season, Gilroy led the Terriers to the NCAA Hockey Championship, while leading Hockey East defensemen with eight goals and 20 assists.Boston University: Matt Gilroy