| Matt Carkner | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Carkner with the New York Islanders in October 2013 | |||
| Born |
November 3, 1980 Winchester, Ontario, Canada | ||
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) | ||
| Weight | 234 lb (106 kg; 16 st 10 lb) | ||
| Position | Defence | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for |
San Jose Sharks Ottawa Senators New York Islanders | ||
| NHL draft |
58th overall, 1999 Montreal Canadiens | ||
| Playing career | 2001–2016 | ||
Matthew Carkner (born November 3, 1980) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who currently serves as the head coach and general manager of the Orlando Solar Bears of the ECHL. He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens 58th overall in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft and played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the San Jose Sharks, Ottawa Senators, and New York Islanders. Throughout his career, Carkner was known for his physical play and abilities as a fighter.