Lambert's early life was deeply rooted in the charming community of St. Malo, nestled in the southeastern region of Manitoba, where he initially honed his hockey skills in the local minor hockey leagues, participating in various tournaments and matches with teams from St. Malo, Steinbach, and Ste. Anne.
As he progressed through his high school years, Lambert's passion for hockey led him to venture beyond his hometown's borders, ultimately playing a single season in Warroad, Minnesota, a small town located on the shores of Lake of the Woods, before making the bold decision to join the prestigious Swift Current Broncos of the Western Hockey League at the tender age of 16 in 1986.
As the Broncos' inaugural season reached its midpoint, a devastating bus crash claimed the lives of four teammates, leaving the team reeling in its aftermath. Miraculously, Lambert himself was not on the ill-fated vehicle, but the traumatic event would forever etch itself into his memory. Despite the crushing loss, Lambert persevered, channeling his grief into a remarkable playoff run that would become his most cherished hockey recollection.
Fast-forward to his third season, where Lambert's phenomenal form saw him rack up an astonishing 102 points in just 57 regular-season games, a testament to his remarkable skill and dedication. The Broncos' subsequent Memorial Cup victory would be a crowning achievement, with Lambert's outstanding performance earning him the coveted title of Most Valuable Player.
Lambert's journey in professional hockey began with his selection as the 106th overall pick in the 1989 NHL Entry Draft by the Quebec Nordiques. Over the course of the next two years, from 1990 to 1992, he divided his time between the Fort Wayne Komets of the International Hockey League, the Halifax Citadels of the American Hockey League, and the Nordiques themselves. During this period, he accumulated a total of 29 games played for the Nordiques, contributing 15 points to the team's overall score. In June of 1992, Lambert's time with the Nordiques came to a close as he was traded to the Winnipeg Jets. The 1992-93 season found him spending his entire time with the Moncton Hawks, the Jets' American Hockey League affiliate. Despite not appearing in a single game for the Jets that year, Lambert made the decision to leave professional hockey in North America behind, opting instead to pursue his career in Finland following the conclusion of the season.
Noted Finnish hockey player, whose professional tenure was marked by a series of transatlantic migrations, began his stint in the Nordic country, participating in only 13 matches before deciding to return to North America in 1993-94. Subsequently, Lambert opted to join the Komets, a prominent hockey franchise, for the 1993-94 season.
Following his brief yet impactful stint with the Komets, Lambert made a significant career move in 1994, opting to join the San Diego Gulls, a team that competed in the International Hockey League (IHL). The Gulls, however, experienced a temporary relocation, spending a single season in San Diego before making the trek to Los Angeles for another season. Ultimately, the team settled in Long Beach, California, rebranding as the Long Beach Ice Dogs, marking a significant chapter in Lambert's illustrious hockey career.
Notable defenseman played for the franchise for a duration of five seasons, consistently showcasing exceptional skill throughout his tenure, accumulating an impressive total of 308 points in 353 games played. This remarkable achievement earned him a prestigious spot on the IHL's all-star roster a total of four times, solidifying his reputation as one of the league's elite defensemen. Furthermore, Lambert's outstanding performance was recognized with the esteemed Governor's Trophy, awarded annually to the league's top defenseman, in the year 1998. Moreover, he demonstrated unparalleled scoring prowess, leading all defensemen in scoring twice, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication to the sport.
Lambert's professional hockey career took a significant turn in 1999, as he signed a contract with the Krefeld Pinguine, a renowned team in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga, a premier ice hockey league in Germany.
This marked the beginning of a successful stint with the Pinguine, during which the team won the prestigious Spengler Cup in the same season.
After spending a season with the Sharks, Lambert made a move to Cologne, where he played for one year before returning to the Krefeld Pinguine for a three-year spell.
Following his time with the Pinguine, Lambert joined the Hamburg Freezers for a single season before moving on to the Hannover Scorpions, where he played a total of five seasons.
Throughout his career, Lambert played a pivotal role in the success of his teams, including a crucial contribution to the Krefeld Pinguine's DEL championship victory in 2003.
Lambert's impressive performance and dedication to the sport earned him a reputation as a talented and accomplished hockey player.
Noted ice hockey player, Martin Brodeur, now retired from the sport since 2009, officially marked the culmination of his remarkable and illustrious professional career, one that spanned many years and left an indelible mark on the world of hockey.
