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Brendan Gallagher

Brendan Gallagher is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger.

Updated July 27, 20261 min readCited sources

Brendan Gallagher is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger who played 14 NHL seasons with the Montreal Canadiens before being traded to the Vancouver Canucks in June 2026.

What it is

Gallagher, born in Edmonton and raised in Delta, British Columbia, is known for his tenacious, net-front playing style despite being a smaller forward. He was drafted 147th overall by Montreal in 2010 and developed through the Vancouver Giants of the WHL, where he set franchise records for goals and points.

Why it matters

Gallagher's career with Montreal spanned 14 seasons and 911 regular-season games, making him a long-tenured Canadiens player. His trade to Vancouver in June 2026 marked a significant shift for both the player and the team, as he returned to his home province to finish his career.

Key details

Gallagher has represented Canada internationally, including at the 2016 IIHF World Championship where Canada won gold. He is widely described as a hard-working, competitive forward who excels in front of the net. As of the 2025–26 season, he remains active in the NHL.

In short

  • Canadian right winger drafted by Montreal in 2010
  • Played 14 seasons with Canadiens before trade to Vancouver in 2026
  • Set WHL franchise records with Vancouver Giants
  • Won gold with Canada at 2016 World Championship
Canadian angle

Gallagher is a Canadian-born player from Edmonton who grew up in British Columbia, developed in the WHL, and became a long-time NHL player for Montreal before joining Vancouver.

Quick questions

Who is Brendan Gallagher?
A Canadian professional ice hockey right winger who played for Montreal and Vancouver in the NHL.
What team drafted Brendan Gallagher?
The Montreal Canadiens selected him 147th overall in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
Has he played for Canada internationally?
Yes, including the 2009 U-17 event, 2012 World Juniors, and 2016 World Championship where Canada won gold.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brendan_Gallagher
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, position, draft selection, and tenure with Montreal.
  2. NHL — https://www.nhl.com/canucks/player/brendan-gallagher-8475848
    Supports: Trade to Vancouver, junior background, draft selection, season/career totals, and international representation.
  3. NHL — https://www.nhl.com/canucks/news/canucks-acquire-brendan-gallagher-from-montreal
    Supports: June 29, 2026 trade to Vancouver, career totals, and Vancouver Giants statistics.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/bio/_/id/5614/brendan-gallagher
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, position, draft information, and active status.
  5. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/25705/brendan-gallagher
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, position, handedness, and draft details.
  6. CBC Sports — https://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/nhl-montreal-canadiens-brendan-gallagher-vicki-hall-1.5406678
    Supports: General profile of his size, style, and role with Montreal.