Jeff Christian

Jeffrey Christian is a Canadian-American former ice hockey forward. Born on July 30, 1970, in Burlington, Ontario, Christian was drafted 23rd overall by the New Jersey Devils in the 1988 NHL Entry Draft. He played 18 games in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the New Jersey Devils, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Phoenix Coyotes. Christian also had a successful professional career in North America and Europe, spanning over two decades. After retiring as a player, he ventured into coaching, serving as the head coach for the Columbus Jr. Blue Jackets and later as the assistant coach and head coach for the Wheeling Nailers. Christian's contributions to ice hockey have left a lasting impact on the sport.