Alexander Korolyuk
Ice hockey player and Olympian
Born
January 15th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Played ice hockey primarily as a forward in the NHL and internationally for Russia. Spent the majority of the NHL career with San Jose Sharks between 1998 and 2006. Competed in multiple World Championships and represented Russia in the 2002 Winter Olympics. After leaving the NHL, played in various European leagues, including the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).
Played for the San Jose Sharks in the NHL
Competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics
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