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Guillaume Latendresse

Guillaume Latendresse is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player born in Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, on May 24, 1987.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Guillaume Latendresse is a Canadian former professional ice hockey forward from Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, who played in the NHL for the Montreal Canadiens, Minnesota Wild, and Ottawa Senators.

What it is

Guillaume Latendresse was born on May 24, 1987, in Sainte-Catherine, Quebec. He was selected 45th overall by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft after developing in the Quebec junior system. He played as a forward, primarily on the right or left wing, over parts of six NHL seasons.

Why it matters

Latendresse's NHL career was cut short by injuries, including concussions, which forced him to retire after the 2013–14 season. His story highlights the impact of head injuries in hockey and the transition challenges many players face. He later moved into coaching and media work, becoming a recognizable voice in Quebec hockey broadcasting.

Key details

After retiring, Latendresse coached at the Quebec midget AAA level with the Collège Charles-Lemoyne Riverains. He also works as a hockey analyst for TVA Sports and other Quebec media outlets. His post-playing career ties him closely to francophone hockey culture and Canadian sports media.

In short

  • Drafted 45th overall by Montreal in 2005
  • Played for Canadiens, Wild, and Senators in NHL
  • Career ended by concussions after 2013–14 season
  • Now a coach and media analyst in Quebec
Canadian angle

Latendresse is a Quebec-born Canadian hockey figure whose career and post-playing media work are closely tied to francophone hockey culture and Canadian sports broadcasting.

Quick questions

Who is Guillaume Latendresse?
He is a Canadian former professional ice hockey forward from Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, best known for playing in the NHL for Montreal, Minnesota, and Ottawa.
What happened to Guillaume Latendresse?
His playing career was cut short by injuries, including concussions, and he ended his professional career after the 2013–14 season.
What is Guillaume Latendresse doing now?
Available sources describe him as working in coaching and as a hockey/media analyst in Quebec, including work with TVA Sports and other broadcasts.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guillaume_Latendresse
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, NHL draft position, NHL teams, retirement from playing, and coaching role after retirement.
  2. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/9194/guillaume-latendresse
    Supports: Birth date, age, birthplace, position, retirement status, and player profile details.
  3. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/es/player/guillaume-latendresse-8471670
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, height/weight, draft information, and NHL team history.
  4. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guillaume_Latendresse
    Supports: Career dates, former-player status, and post-playing analyst/coaching information.
  5. La Poche Bleue — https://lapochebleue.com/lequipe/
    Supports: Later media analyst work and current television/radio roles.
  6. YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXcx035T_Os
    Supports: Discussion of his career, retirement, and coaching-related activity in a long-form interview.