Alexander Radulov
Ice Hockey Player, KHL Champion
Born
July 5th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Russian ice hockey player played as a forward. Successful career spanned the NHL and KHL. Initially selected 15th overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft by the Nashville Predators. Achieved notable success in the KHL while playing for Ak Bars Kazan and CSKA Moscow, winning championships. Contributed to team dynamics with strong scoring and playmaking abilities.
NHL All-Star selection in 2017
KHL Championship with Ak Bars Kazan in 2010
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