Dancing With the Stars: 25 NHL Players We Would Like To See Dance

Dancing with the Stars has completed 10 seasons of dancing competitions. In season 10, one of the celebrities was NFL superstar Chad Ochocinco, who was the 100th contestant eliminated in the competition. He was also a final four contestant.

Hockey players compete in on-ice dancing competitions yearly, the most recent being former Montreal Canadian Georges Laraque, who is a skater on “Battle of the Blades."

What about Dancing with the Stars?

This slideshow will include 25 NHL players who would be fun to watch in a dance competition. Some picks will be legit, and others may be somewhat funny.

At the end feel free to leave a comment with your thoughts on the subject.

25. Henrik Lundqvist

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NEW YORK - OCTOBER 01: Goalkeeper Henrik Lundqvist #30 of the New York Rangers looks up after letting a goal through against the Ottawa Senators during their preseason game on October 1, 2010 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. (Photo by Chris Mc

He’s one of the best goaltenders in the league, and one of the better dressed players also. I can see him in a clean suit and dancing his way to victory in a dance competition.

24. Roberto Luongo

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VANCOUVER, CANADA - NOVEMBER 1: Goalie Roberto Luongo #1 of the Vancouver Canucks gets into position to make a save during NHL action against the New Jersey Devils on November 01, 2010 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Ric

Another top NHL goaltender that would not be a bad choice for a dance competition. He is flexible, knows how to move and could battle for a spot in the finals.

23. Nikolai Zherdev

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PHILADELPHIA - NOVEMBER 01: Nikolai Zherdev #93 of the Philadelphia Flyers skates against the Carolina Hurricanes on November 1, 2010 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Flyers defeat the Hurricanes 3-2. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty I

The speedy Philadelphia Flyers winger has proven he knows how to move. He has several hockey “dekes” in his arsenal, but how about dance moves?

22. Erik Christensen

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NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 01: Erik Christensen #26 of the New York Rangers celebrates his game winning goal at 6:36 of the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks at Madison Square Garden on November 1, 2010 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Blackh

Like Zherdev, the Rangers center knows how to move. He is one of the better players in the NHL when it comes to moving around goalies in a shootout; can he move around other dancers in a dance-off?

21. Ryan Miller

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PHILADELPHIA - OCTOBER 26: Ryan Miller #30 of the Buffalo Sabres makes a save against the Philadelphia Flyers as teammate Jordan Leopold #3 looks on on October 26, 2010 at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Ima

Another stylish superstar goaltender on the list, Miller brought Team USA to a silver medal, and I think he can lead a team of two dancers to a championship.

20. Derek Boogaard

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NEW YORK - OCTOBER 15: Derek Boogaard #94 of the New York Rangers in action against the Toronto Maple Leafs during their game on October 15, 2010 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Hear me out. I know this may be a silly pick, but if Laraque can dance on Battle of the Blades, why can’t Boogaard be a dancer on Dancing with the Stars? He’s strong, and he can probably lift a female dancer above his head and twirl her around for the judges; I think that is good enough for consideration.

19. Marian Gaborik

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UNIONDALE, NY - OCTOBER 11: Marian Gaborik #10 of the New York Rangers skates against the New York Islanders the Nassau Coliseum on October 11, 2010 in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

One of the faster—if not fastest—skaters in the NHL, and he knows how dress well. Get him suit and a partner and he could be a candidate for a dancing competition.

18. Dion Phaneuf

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TORONTO - OCTOBER 26: Dion Phaneuf #3 of the Toronto Maple Leafs passes the puck against the Florida Panthers during game action at the Air Canada Centre October 26, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Leafs won 3-1. (Photo by Abelimages/Getty Images)

He's big, strong and knows how to move around the ice. A top puck-moving defenseman could be an awesome fit for a dance show.

17. Chris Stewart

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NEW YORK - OCTOBER 18: Chris Stewart #25 of the Colorado Avalanche skates against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on October 18, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

One of the better players in the NHL right now, Stewart is young, energetic and has his fair share of moves. Can he be a future hockey and dance star?

16. Scott Gomez

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UNIONDALE, NY - OCTOBER 29: Scott Gomez #11 of the Montreal Canadiens skates against the New York Islanders at the Nassau Coliseum on October 29, 2010 in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

A classy individual, Gomez would be an excellent pick for a dancing competition. He’s struggling so far this season for the Montreal Canadians; maybe some dancing can get his mind clear of his current slump.

15. Rick Nash

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COLUMBUS,OH - OCTOBER 28: Rick Nash #61 of the Columbus Blue Jackets celebrates after scoring the game winning goal in a shoot out against the Edmonton Oilers on October 28, 2010 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus defeated Edmonton 3-2 in a

One of the few Blue Jackets superstars, Rick Nash would be another good pick for a dance-off. He has his fair share of moves on the ice, what about off the ice?

14. Andrew Cogliano

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EDMONTON, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Andrew Cogliano #13 of the Edmonton Oilers skates against the Minnesota Wild on October 21, 2010 at Rexall Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Dale MacMillan/Getty Images)

Cogliano is high on the NHL list for fastest NHL players, and he is extremely young. A young, talented, energetic and speedy player is a good combination. Can he transfer his speed and energy from the ice to a dance floor?

13. Evgeni Malkin

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PHILADELPHIA - OCTOBER 16: Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins skates against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Wells Fargo Center on October 16, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Malkin is one of the top five players in the NHL, in part due to his speed and ability to move around a defender. I can see him as a prime candidate for any dancing competition.

12. Pavel Datsyuk

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DETROIT,MI - OCTOBER 30: Pavel Datsyuk #13 of the Detroit Red Wings skates in a game against the Nashville Predators on October 30,2010 at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit , Michigan. The Wings defeated the Predators 5-2. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Ima

Possibly the top Russian player in the NHL, Datsyuk has a quick shot, good speed and is a great shootout taker. Give him a dancing partner and he could be an All-Star dancer.

11. Jarome Iginla

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EDMONTON, CANADA - OCTOBER 16: Calgary Flames right wing Jarome Iginla #12 concentrates against the Edmonton Oilers at the Scotiabank Saddledome on October 16, 2010 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The Flames beat the Oilers 5-3. (Photo by Dylan Lynch/Get

The Flames captain is known for his skill on the ice, and his ability to dress well off the ice. Can he dance well too?

10. Vincent Lecavlier

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UNIONDALE, NY - FEBRUARY 21: Vincent Lecavalier #4 of the Tampa Bay Lightning waits for a faceoff against the New York Islanders on February 21, 2008 at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. The Islanders defeated the Lightning 1-0. (Photo by Bruc

Tampa Bay's All-Star is another top dresser in the NHL. Lecavlier has been a star in the NHL for a while, he even has a Stanley Cup ring. Can he win a dance competition?

9. Martin St. Louis

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ATLANTA - OCTOBER 22: Martin St. Louis #26 of the Tampa Bay Lightning against the Atlanta Thrashers at Philips Arena on October 22, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

One of the smaller players in the NHL, St. Louis knows how to move around the ice at a fast pace. Another veteran star in the NHL with a Stanley Cup ring, how about pairing him up with another dancer for a dance-off?

8. Mike Modano

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DALLAS - OCTOBER 07: Mike Madano #9 of the Dallas Stars skates out onto the ice on opening night against the New Jersey Devils on October 7, 2006 at American Airlines Arena in Dallas, Texas. The Stars won 3-1. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

I know he's old, but he is also a one of the better all-time hockey players, and a very classy individual. How about setting him up with one of those Dallas Star dancers and sending him into a competition?

7. Sidney Crosby

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GLENDALE, AZ - NOVEMBER 06: Sidney Crosby #87 of the Pittsburgh Penguins skates with the puck during the NHL game against the Phoenix Coyotes at Jobing.com Arena on November 6, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. The Penguins defeated the Coyotes 4-3 in an overti

I know what you're thinking, "Typical Rangers fan trashing on Sid The Kid," right?

Well you are wrong. I think he might do well in a dance competition. He is young, speedy, knows how to move around and he is already a Stanley Cup Champion and Gold Medalist. How about adding a dance trophy to his award closet?

6. Alexander Ovechkin

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WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 03: Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals celebrates a Capitals goal in the third period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Verizon Center on November 3, 2010 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

The NHL's top superstar is full of moves! I think he can win a dance competition without breaking a sweat.

5. Sheldon Souray

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EDMONTON, CANADA - DECEMBER 21: Sheldon Souray #44 of the Edmonton Oilers skates against the St. Louis Blues during their NHL game on December 21, 2009 at Rexall Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Dale MacMillan/Getty Images)

Why not? He's struggling to find a job in the NHL after asking for a trade, maybe winning a dance competition will get his spirit up?

4. Patrick Kane

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LAS VEGAS - JUNE 23: Patrick Kane of the Chicago Blackhawks poses for a portrait during the 2010 NHL Awards at the Palms Casino Resort on June 23, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

With those classy goal celebrations and nice suit, you cannot go wrong placing Patrick Kane in a dance competition!

3. Zdeno Chara

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BUFFALO, NY - NOVEMBER 03: Zdeno Chara #33 of the Boston Bruins skates against the Buffalo Sabres at the HSBC Arena on November 3, 2010 in Buffalo, New York. The Bruins defeated the Sabres 5-2. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

How awesome and hilarious would it be to see this monster in a dance-off? Sign him up!

2. Tim Thomas

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BUFFALO, NY - NOVEMBER 03: Tim Thomas #30 of the Boston Bruins tends net against the Buffalo Sabres at the HSBC Arena on November 3, 2010 in Buffalo, New York. The Bruins defeated the Sabres 5-2. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Another All-Star goalie makes the list. Thomas is very flexible, and knows how to move around the net. I'd say he would look good in a dance competition, what about you?

1. Jeff Skinner

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PHILADELPHIA - NOVEMBER 01: Jeff Skinner #53 of the Carolina Hurricanes skates against the Philadelphia Flyers on November 1, 2010 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Flyers defeat the Hurricanes 3-2. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Imag

Probably the best rookie in the NHL right now, Jeff Skinner would be an excellent pick. Throughout his middle school career, Skinner was a speed skater and figure skater. Give him a partner, and sign him up!