Cody Ceci is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who plays as a defenceman in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Born on December 21, 1993, in Ottawa, Ontario, he is known for his size, skating ability, and steady defensive play.
Ceci comes from a highly athletic family; his father, Parri Ceci, was a standout receiver in Canadian university football and a 1984 Vanier Cup MVP, while his mother, Karen, was a figure skater who introduced all her children to the ice at a young age.
Drafted 15th overall by his hometown Ottawa Senators in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, Ceci has forged a long NHL career as a reliable right-shot defenceman, playing for multiple teams including the Senators, Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins, Edmonton Oilers, San Jose Sharks, Dallas Stars, and currently the Los Angeles Kings.
Siblings
Cody has two siblings, an older sister named Chelsea and a younger brother named Cole.
Chelsea was the first in the family to play hockey, inspiring Cody to follow her onto the ice.
Cole, the youngest, played as a goaltender in the Ontario Hockey League with the Oshawa Generals and has pursued a professional career in hockey, including time in the Southern Professional Hockey League and currently with the Romford Raiders in the NIHL in England.
Their parents, Parri and Karen, supported all three children in their athletic pursuits, creating a competitive yet supportive environment that helped shape Cody’s path to the NHL.
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Career
Ceci’s hockey journey began in Ottawa, where he played junior hockey for the Ottawa 67’s of the Ontario Hockey League.
He developed into a top prospect known for his offensive contributions from the blue line, recording strong numbers during his junior career.
After being selected in the first round of the 2012 NHL Draft, he made his NHL debut with the Senators and gradually established himself as a top-four defenceman.
Over his career, Ceci has been traded several times, bringing his steady presence and minutes-eating capabilities to various teams.
He enjoyed significant playoff success with the Edmonton Oilers, reaching the Stanley Cup Final in 2024.
Subsequent moves took him to the San Jose Sharks and Dallas Stars before landing with the Los Angeles Kings.
Throughout his time in the league, he has been valued for his ability to log heavy minutes, contribute on the power play early in his career, and provide stability on the right side of defence.
Accolades
Ceci’s most notable team accomplishment is reaching the Stanley Cup Final with the Edmonton Oilers in 2024.
While he has not earned major individual awards such as All-Star selections or the Norris Trophy, his longevity in the NHL as a first-round pick who has played over 900 games speaks to his consistency and adaptability.
In junior hockey, he was recognized as one of the top defencemen in the OHL, helping build his reputation as a high-upside prospect.
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