Calvin Pickard is a Canadian goalie for the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL. He was drafted 49th overall by the Colorado Avalanche in 2010. Pickard made his NHL debut on October 16, 2014, and got his first win on November 22, 2014, in relief against Carolina. He earned his first shutout on January 14, 2016, and signed a two-year deal with Colorado after the 2015–16 season.
He later played for the Arizona Coyotes, Detroit Red Wings, and Toronto Maple Leafs. Pickard signed with Edmonton on July 13, 2022. In 2023–24, he had a 12–7–1 record with a .909 save percentage and helped the Oilers reach the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. He played in three playoff games, going 1–1 with a 2.21 goals-against average and .915 save percentage. Pickard re-signed with Edmonton on June 28, 2024, for two years at $2 million as per Spotrac.
Calvin Pickard's Hometown
Calvin Pickard is from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He made his first NHL start for the Colorado Avalanche in Winnipeg on December 18, 2016, in front of family and friends, as per The Denver Post.
Where was Calvin Pickard born?
Calvin Pickard was born in Moncton, New Brunswick. His parents are Dan Pickard and Cathy Pickard. They have supported Calvin throughout his hockey career, attending key games such as his first NHL playoff start for the Edmonton Oilers in 2024. Cathy traveled to watch him play at the U-17 Hockey Challenge in 2008, and Dan has spoken with pride about both Calvin and his brother Chet Pickard, who was also a goaltender, per the Canadian Hockey League.
Calvin Pickard's Nationality
Calvin Pickard is Canadian. He was born in Moncton, New Brunswick, and both of his parents, Dan and Cathy Pickard, are Canadian.
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A. Calvin Pickard has a base salary of $1,000,000 while carrying a cap hit of $1,000,000.
