Kevin Grimes

Infobox Ice Hockey Player


image_size =
position = Defence
played_for = Grand Rapids Griffins
shot = Left
height_ft = 6
height_in = 4
weight_lb = 220
nickname =
nationality = CAN
birth_date = Birth date and age|1987|5|25|mf=y
birth_place = Ottawa, ON
draft = 19th overall
draft_year = 2007| draft_team = Colorado Avalanche
career_start = 2007
career_end =

Kevin Grimes (born August 19, 1979 in Ottawa, Ontario) is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player.

Playing career

Kevin Grimes played his junior hockey with the Kingston Frontenacs of the OHL from 1996–1999, appearing in 175 games, recording 67 points (8G-59A). In 18 post-season games, Grimes had 16 points (2G-4A). He was drafted by the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL Entry Draft in the 1st round, 26th overall, when he left university to pursue his professional ice hockey career.

Grimes, a stay-at-home blue-liner, may be best know for his extreme toughness, losing no career fights; however, Grimes was a go-to defence player and despite lacking top speed, was considered a very strong player who fought to defend team members. Grimes was praised early on for his fighting abilities, with his puck-handling (which was notable as a defenceman) and his ability to defend his net often overlooked.

Grimes' overall size became an asset in front of the net, and paired with his stay-at-home skills, led him to be a top-pick for NHL success.

Grimes retired after a career-ending injury, but not before making an impact on the game with his leadership skills, serving as Captain of the Frontenacs, and being chosen to represent Canada at the national games.

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