Marc-Andre Fleury (The Flower)
Without a doubt, Marc-Andre Fleury is the star of the Vegas Golden Knights team. He is most popular and accomplished player winning the Stanley Cup in 2017 playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins. His nickname is “Flower” which is a translation of his French last name “Fleuri”
Marc Andre Fleury Jersey Number 29
He has worn number 29 during his entire NHL career and a Marc-Andre Fleury jersey is THE perfect gift for any Vegas Knights hockey fan. If there is one jersey you want to order it’s the three-time Stanley Cup winner jersey. Not only is it a highly sought after and valuable addition to your collection but when you customize it with the 100th anniversary year edition patch it becomes even more desirable.
If you are lucky to live in the Las Vegas area, you might even be able to get it autographed at practice. Fleury commonly takes time at the end of practice to chat with fans, take photos and sign items. Most of the time it is limited to kids, but if you go during the weekday you might get lucky.
Marc-Andre Fleury Vegas Golden Knights adidas Authentic Player Jersey – Gray
Marc-Andre Fleury Vegas Golden Knights Fanatics Branded Breakaway Player Jersey – White
Marc-Andre Fleury Stats & Facts
Below are just a few of his accomplishments. You can keep up with his real-time stats on the official Marc-Andre Fleury NHL page.
- Won his 400th game during his first season with the Knights.
- Save percentage is the highest of his career since playing with the Golden Knights.
- Won Gold Medal with Team Canada during the 2010 Olympics
- The first overall draft pick in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft by the Pittsburgh Penguins
- Made his debut as the youngest goaltender in NHL history at age 18
- THREE-time Stanley Cup Champion (2009, 2016, 2017)
- Three-time NHL All-Star (2011, 2015, 2018)
Marc-Andre Fleury Off the Ice
But Fleury is not only amazing on the ice but off the ice as well. He is generous with his fans, especially the kids. It is not uncommon for him to give a child a puck, or even his stick after practice.
I know, I witnessed it and took the photo to the left.
He takes time with the kids and this builds fans at a young age. He is truly an ambassador for NHL Hockey. You can see the genuine sincerity in his face and see how he really enjoys the fan interaction. The internet is filled with similar stories of Marc-Andre Fleury being just as generous in Pittsburgh.
This is why they gave him such a tribute when he returned on February 6, 2018
Marc-Andre Fleury Pittsburgh Tribute Video
Phrases such as “An absolutely ridiculous save” “How did Fleury Stop that? That was sick!” “What a save by the Flower” is a common mantra to describe his performance.
The fans in Pittsburgh absolutely love Fleury and it was very apparent during this tribute they gave to him during his first return to their arena. There wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd.
Marc-Andre Fleury Shirts
Show your love for Marc-Andre Fleury and your favorite goalie with these fun shirts. Designed in Vegas Golden Knight colors and themed with Las Vegas in mind these make great gifts and are ideal to wear all year.
Marc-Andre Fleury Shirts – Fangirl Tee Shirt, Officially Licensed by
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