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Michael William Comrie (born September 11, 1980) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre who is currently playing for the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League.
[edit] Playing careerComrie was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, and attended Jasper Place High School. Comrie was drafted in the third round, ninety-first overall, in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft by his hometown Edmonton Oilers out of the University of Michigan. [edit] Reception in EdmontonComrie left the WHL's Kootenay Ice at midseason to join his hometown Edmonton Oilers for a $10-million three year deal,[1] which was well above the league maximum for 2001 draftees of $1.13 million a year per year over three years (due to a loophole established by Mike Van Ryn).[2] There he would instantly become a fan favorite and hometown hero.[3] He was an offensive threat during his first couple seasons with the team, tallying a total of 133 points in 192 games from 2001 to 2003. Comrie's status as local hero changed dramatically after he elected to hold out in a contract dispute for more than 30 games into the 2003-2004 season. During the 2004-2005 NHL lockout, he signed with Farjestads in the Swedish Elite League and played ten games with them.[4] Oilers GM Kevin Lowe was reportedly willing to trade Comrie to the Anaheim Ducks for Corey Perry and a first round draft pick,[5] but within that deal sought to have Comrie reimburse the Oilers $2.5 million,[6] which was part of the bonus money he earned from his entry-level contract.[7] After this deal fell through, Comrie was dealt to the Philadelphia Flyers in December for Jeff Woywitka, a first round selection in 2004 (Rob Schremp), and a third round selection in 2005 (Dan Syvret). [edit] Post-Edmonton teamsComrie played only 21 games for Philadelphia before being traded to the Phoenix Coyotes for Sean Burke, Branko Radivojevič, and the rights to Ben Eager. In August 2006, Phoenix re-signed Comrie to a one-year contract worth $3 million (US).[8] In Phoenix he recorded another 30 goal season before once again being dealt. On January 3rd, 2007, Comrie was traded to the Ottawa Senators in exchange for Senators prospect Alexei Kaigorodov. Comrie scored his first goal for the Senators versus the Boston Bruins on January 9th at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa, Ontario. When Comrie scored a goal at Scotiabank Place, his goal song was "Black Gloves" by the Belgian band Goose. He helped Ottawa throughout the playoffs despite having an injured shoulder that required local anesthetic to numb the pain, this prevented him from reaching down to tie his skates. The Senators made it to the Stanley Cup Finals, losing to the Anaheim Ducks, in a 4–1 series decision. Prior to the loss, the Senators eliminated the Pittsburgh Penguins, New Jersey Devils, and Buffalo Sabres all in five games. On 5 July, 2007, Mike Comrie signed a 1-year contract worth $3.375-million U.S. with the New York Islanders as an unrestricted free agent.[9] Before the trade deadline on February 26, 2008, the New York Islanders re-signed Comrie to a 1-year contract worth $4 million.[10] On February 20, 2009, Comrie was traded back to the Senators with Chris Campoli for Dean McAmmond and a San Jose Sharks first round draft pick in 2009.[11] [edit] Return to EdmontonOn September 10, 2009, Mike Comrie signed a 1-year contract worth $1.125 million with the team he began his NHL career with, returning to the Edmonton Oilers for the upcoming 2009-10 season. Comrie made his return to Edmonton on September 18th, 2009, in a 4-0 win over the Florida Panthers. Comrie assisted on all 4 goals and added a fight. As of November 17, 2009, Comrie was placed on the NHL long term injury reserve with mononucleosis and was expected to be out until late January. He had 5 goals and 8 points in 16 games. Comrie opted to wear #91 during his second stint as his jersey #89, which he wore during his first go-round with the team was taken by Sam Gagner. [edit] Personal lifeHis uncles Fred Comrie and John Comrie, and his father, Bill Comrie, are the founders of The Brick furniture company. This is where Mike obtained his nickname of "The Brick". During the final round of the 2007 Stanley Cup Playoffs, Comrie was able to get extra tickets for his away games because his father was a season ticket holder with the opposing team, the Anaheim Ducks.[12] Mike's older brother, Paul Comrie briefly had a stint with the Oilers in 1999. In 2007, Comrie was first reported to be dating actress and singer Hilary Duff.[13] [edit] Career statistics
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