Clint Malarchuk is a Canadian athlete (track & field) best known for playing Author for the book A Matter of Inches: How I Survived in the Crease and Beyond.
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Best Known For:The book A Matter of Inches: How I Survived In the Crease and Beyond
Breakthrough:Made his NHL debut with the Quebec Nordiques in 1981
10 Quick Facts About Clint Malarchuk
- Full Name: Clint Malarchuk
- Nationality: Canadian
- Profession: Sports professional
- Known For: The book A Matter of Inches: How I Survived In the Crease and Beyond
- Date of Birth: May 1, 1961
- Age: 65 years old
- Place of Birth: Grande Prairie, Alberta
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Joanie Malarchuk
- Specialization: Athlete (Track & Field) and Coach
Clint Malarchuk Age
Clint Malarchuk is about 65 years old as of 2026. Clint Malarchuk was born in 1961.
Clint Malarchuk Height
Clint Malarchuk stands at a height of 6 feet 0 inches. This is approximately 183 cm.
Clint Malarchuk Weight
Clint Malarchuk weighs around 84 kilograms. This is approximately 185 lbs.
Career & Work
Clint Malarchuk's career includes professional roles with Calgary Flames and Buffalo Sabres.
Organization: Calgary Flames
Role: Goaltender Coach
Period: 2011–2014
Details: NHL Coaching Career
Organization: Buffalo Sabres
Role: Goaltender
Period: 1989–1992
Details: NHL Playing Career
Organization: Washington Capitals
Role: Goaltender
Period: 1987–1989
Details: NHL Playing Career
Organization: Quebec Nordiques
Role: Goaltender
Period: 1981–1987
Details: NHL Playing Career
Rise to Fame
Clint Malarchuk rose to prominence for his role for the book A Matter of Inches: How I Survived In the Crease and Beyond.
Notable Works
- Book: A Matter of Inches: How I Survived In the Crease and Beyond (Author, 2014) — Autobiography detailing his life, NHL career, and mental health struggles
Clint Malarchuk Family & Relationships
Clint Malarchuk is married to Joanie Malarchuk.
Lesser Known Facts
- He famously survived a life-threatening injury during a 1989 game when a skate blade slit his carotid artery.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Clint Malarchuk
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Sports Professional
- Nationality: Canadian
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: May 1, 1961
- Age: 65
- Birthday: May 1
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Place of Birth: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 0 in
- Weight: 84 kg
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Joanie Malarchuk
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $51K - $213K (Est)
- Net Worth: $425K - $4.3M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Joanie Malarchuk (Spouse • Wife)
