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    BornApril 10, 1980 · North York, Ontario, Canada
    Height5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
    Weight195 lb (88 kg; 13 st 13 lb)
    PositionLeft wing
    The Rise and Fall of Sean Avery
    The Rise and Fall of Sean Avery
    Sean Avery was a Canadian hockey player who made a name for himself as one of the most polarizing figures in the NHL.
    Early life

    Avery was born in North York, Ontario, the son of Al and Marlene Avery, both teachers. He grew up in Pickering, Ontario, where he attended Dunbarton High School. He has a younger brother named Scott. See more

    Playing career

    Prior to joining the NHL, Avery played for the Owen Sound Platers and the Kingston Frontenacs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).
    Avery was signed by the Detroit Red Wings as a free a… See more

    Controversies and bullying

    During and after his hockey career, Avery has been involved in a number of controversies. Red Wings general manager Ken Holland said he traded Avery during the 2002–03 season because he did not live up to the stan… See more

    Advertising

    After retiring from the NHL in 2012, Avery began working at Lipman, a New York City-based advertising and creative agency. Avery helped develop strategies for the company and worked as a model. He also handled a r… See more