Raphael Diaz

Raphael Diaz (born Raphael Salvador Diaz on January 9, 1986) is a Swiss professional ice hockey defenceman of Swiss/Spanish origin, currently playing with the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Playing Career
Raphael began his professional career with EV Zug in 2003. On May 13, 2011, he signed a one year two-way contract with the Montreal Canadiens of the NHL.

On October 18, 2011, Raphael scored his first NHL goal against Ryan Miller of the Buffalo Sabres in the 2nd period.

He appeared as a rookie team member at the 2012 All Star game skills competition, as an injury replacement for Adam Larsson.

Raphael participated in the G Series NHL Skills Challenge Relay performing the control relay skill skating with the puck through a series of six cones.

International Play
Raphael was selected to play for the Switzerland men's national ice hockey team at the 2010 Winter Olympics. He previously represented Switzerland at the 2004 IIHF World U18 Championships, the 2005 and 2006 IIHF World U20 Championship and the 2008 Ice Hockey World Championship.