Mark Flood (born March 3 1995) is an American professional ice hockey forward. He was selected in the fifth round, 144th overall, by the Boston Bruins in the 2013 National Hockey League (NHL) Entry Draft. Flood has played primarily in the American Hockey League (AHL) and in European professional leagues, while also making brief appearances in the NHL.
Early life and junior career
Mark Flood was born in Parma, Ohio, United States. He began his junior career in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Saginaw Spirit, where he played from the 2011‑12 season through the 2013‑14 season. During his time with the Spirit, Flood developed a reputation as a physically aggressive forward with a willingness to engage in the “enforcer” role, accumulating a notable number of penalty minutes while contributing offensively.
Professional career
Boston Bruins organization (2014‑2017)
After completing his junior eligibility, Flood signed an entry‑level contract with the Boston Bruins in 2014. He was assigned to the Bruins’ AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins, for the 2014‑15 season. Over three seasons with Providence, Flood recorded modest point totals while maintaining a high penalty‑minute count, reflecting his role as a physical depth forward.
Philadelphia Flyers organization (2017‑2019)
In July 2017, Flood signed a two‑year, two‑way contract with the Philadelphia Flyers. He spent the majority of the 2017‑18 season with the Flyers’ AHL affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Philly Phantoms (later renamed the Lehigh Valley Phantoms). He made his NHL debut with the Philadelphia Flyers on March 18 2018, appearing in a single game without registering a point.
Subsequent AHL contracts (2019‑2022)
Following his tenure with the Flyers, Flood signed one‑year AHL contracts with several clubs, including the Rochester Americans (2020‑21) and the Toronto Marlies (2021‑22). In each stint, he continued to provide a physical presence on the fourth line and contributed occasional scoring.
European play (2022‑present)
In the 2022‑23 season, Flood signed with the Iserlohn Roosters of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) in Germany. He remained with the Roosters for the 2023‑24 season, extending his professional career in European leagues.
Playing style
Flood is characterized as a “grinder” or “fourth‑line” forward, known for his aggressive checking, willingness to fight, and ability to protect teammates. His size (approximately 6 ft 3 in, 220 lb) and physicality have made him a common presence in the penalty box, while his offensive contributions have typically been limited to secondary scoring.
Personal life
Mark Flood is married and resides in Ohio during the off‑season. He has been involved in community outreach programs, particularly those promoting youth hockey in his hometown region.
Career statistics
Regular season (selected)
| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014‑15 | Providence Bruins | AHL | 46 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 112 |
| 2015‑16 | Providence Bruins | AHL | 70 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 210 |
| 2016‑17 | Providence Bruins | AHL | 66 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 205 |
| 2017‑18 | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | AHL | 53 | 4 | 7 | 11 | 147 |
| 2018‑19 | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | AHL | 62 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 176 |
| 2020‑21 | Rochester Americans | AHL | 40 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 96 |
| 2021‑22 | Toronto Marlies | AHL | 55 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 124 |
| 2022‑23 | Iserlohn Roosters | DEL | 56 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 88 |
Note: Statistics are compiled from publicly available league records and may be incomplete for certain seasons.
References
- National Hockey League Entry Draft history, 2013.
- AHL official statistics database.
- Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) player roster, 2022‑23 season.
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