Darren Helm is a former professional ice hockey player who spent most of his career with the Detroit Red Wings. Born on January 21, 1987, in St. Andrews, Manitoba, Canada, Helm was drafted by the Red Wings in the fifth round (132nd overall) of the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.¹
Helm’s NHL career spanned 16 seasons, with 14 of those seasons played with the Red Wings. He made his NHL debut with the Red Wings in 2007-08 and quickly became known for his speed, grittiness, and strong defensive play. Helm was a member of the Red Wings’ 2008 Stanley Cup championship team and also played for the Colorado Avalanche during his final two NHL seasons.²
Throughout his career, Helm played in 823 NHL games, scoring 119 goals and recording 266 points. He also played in 103 playoff games, scoring 13 goals and recording 26 points.
After retiring from professional hockey in 2023, Helm has been enjoying life with his family. He’s been spending quality time with his wife, Devon, and their three children, Reece, Rylee, and Zoe.³
Helm’s legacy in Detroit is still celebrated by Red Wings fans, who appreciate his hard work, dedication, and contributions to the team’s success during his time there.
Here’s more information about Darren Helm:
Career Highlights
– *Stanley Cup Champion (2008)*: Helm was a member of the Detroit Red Wings’ Stanley Cup-winning team in 2008.
– *NHL Debut (2007)*: Helm made his NHL debut with the Detroit Red Wings on March 13, 2007.
– *100th Career Goal (2019)*: Helm scored his 100th career goal on October 29, 2019.
Playing Style
– *Speed and Agility*: Helm was known for his exceptional speed and agility, which allowed him to create scoring opportunities and pressure opposing players.
– *Defensive Play*: Helm was a strong defensive player who was often used as a penalty killer and in other defensive situations.
– *Face-Off Specialist*: Helm was an excellent face-off man, winning over 50% of his draws throughout his career.
Personal Life
– *Family*: Helm is married to his wife, Devon, and they have three children together: Reece, Rylee, and Zoe.
– *Hobbies*: In his free time, Helm enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
– *Philanthropy*: Helm has been involved in various charitable initiatives throughout his career, including supporting organizations that benefit children’s health and education.
Post-Playing Career
– *Retirement*: Helm announced his retirement from professional hockey in 2023.
– *Legacy*: Helm’s legacy in Detroit is still celebrated by Red Wings fans, who appreciate his hard work, dedication, and contributions to the team’s success during his time there.
