Chris Kushneriuk

Chris Kushneriuk (born December 24, 1986) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player and cancer survivor. He is currently playing with the Florida Everblades of the ECHL.

Kushneriuk played NCAA Division I hockey with both the Wayne State Warriors and the Robert Morris Colonials. In his junior season he was recognized for his outstanding play when he was named to the 2009–10 All-CHA Second Team.

On March 4, 2011, Kushneriuk began his professional hockey career when he signed with the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL. He stayed with the Nailers until December 4, 2011, when he was traded to the Bakersfield Condors in exchange for defenceman Adam Ross. On June 26, 2012, the Condors signed Kushneriuk to an extension to keep him with the team through to the end of the 2012–13 ECHL season, but prior to the start of the new season he was diagnosed testicular cancer and unwent both chemotherapy and surgical procedures to battle the cancer.

By February 2014, Kushneriuk reported he was cancer free and was cleared to once again play hockey. On March 5, 2014, Kushneriuk resumed his professional career when he suited up with the Las Vegas Wranglers in a game against the Idaho Steelheads.

On July 17, 2014, Kushneriuk joined his fourth ECHL club, signing as a free agent on a one-year contract with the Florida Everblades.

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