Adin Hill
Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup winner
Born
May 11th, 1996
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Professional ice hockey goaltender played in the NHL. Grew up in a hockey-oriented environment in Canada. Selected in the 3rd round of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft by the Arizona Coyotes. Made NHL debut with the Coyotes and later played for the San Jose Sharks. Achieved significant recognition during the 2022-2023 NHL season while playing with the Vegas Golden Knights, contributing to the team's success in securing the Stanley Cup.
Won the Stanley Cup with the Vegas Golden Knights in 2023
Drafted 69th overall by the Arizona Coyotes in 2014
Served as the starting goaltender during the 2022-2023 NHL playoffs
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