Sean Burke

Former professional ice hockey goaltender; hockey executive

Canadian Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer professional ice hockey goaltender; hockey executive
NationalityCanadian
Date of Birth29/01/1967
Age59 years
BirthplaceWindsor, Ontario, Canada

Latest News about Sean Burke

18/09/2026

Sean Burke was identified by updated hockey reference coverage as the current director of goaltending for the Vegas Golden Knights. The same update also noted that he was part of the organization that won the Stanley Cup in 2023, confirming his continued role in NHL player development and management.

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Bio/Wiki

SummarySean Burke is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender who played 18 seasons in the NHL and later moved into hockey management and goaltending development.

Physical Stats & More

Height6 ft 4 in
PositionGoaltender
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Family

Children2

Career

NHL Teams
  • New Jersey Devils
  • Hartford Whalers
  • Carolina Hurricanes
  • Vancouver Canucks
  • Philadelphia Flyers
  • Florida Panthers
  • Phoenix Coyotes
  • Tampa Bay Lightning
  • Los Angeles Kings
International Career
  • Canada national team
  • 1988 Winter Olympics
  • 1992 Winter Olympics
  • 1986 World Junior Championships
  • 1989 World Championships
  • 1991 World Championships
  • 1997 World Championships
  • 2003 World Championships
Notable Roles
  • Director of goaltending for the Vegas Golden Knights
  • Former director of prospect development for the Phoenix Coyotes
Career Highlights
  • Drafted 24th overall by the New Jersey Devils in 1985
  • Won two World Championship gold medals
  • Won a silver medal at the 1992 Winter Olympics
  • Retired from playing in 2007

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Drafted by the New Jersey Devils in the 1985 NHL Entry Draft
2. Was a finalist for the Vezina Trophy in 2001-02
3. Won the IIHF Directorate Award for Top Goaltender at the 2003 World Championship
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