| Matt Carle | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Carle with the Tampa Bay Lightning in February 2013 | |||
| Born |
September 25, 1984 Anchorage, Alaska, U.S. | ||
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) | ||
| Weight | 197 lb (89 kg; 14 st 1 lb) | ||
| Position | Defense | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for |
San Jose Sharks Tampa Bay Lightning Philadelphia Flyers Nashville Predators | ||
| National team |
 United States | ||
| NHL draft |
47th overall, 2003 San Jose Sharks | ||
| Playing career | 2005–2016 | ||
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Matthew Carle (born September 25, 1984) is an American former professional ice hockey defenseman. Carle played in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the San Jose Sharks, Tampa Bay Lightning, Philadelphia Flyers and Nashville Predators. He was originally drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the second round, 47th overall, in 2003.
Prior to turning professional, Carle played for the University of Denver where he was named NCAA Defenseman of the Year, NCAA All-American Team (West), First All-WCHA Team, USCHO First Team All American, and First Team All American. During the 2005–06 season, he also received the Hobey Baker Award as the top National Collegiate Athletic Association men's ice hockey player.