Alexander Wennberg

Ice hockey center with NHL accolades

Alexander Wennberg - Ice hockey center with NHL accolades
Born

September 22nd, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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An ice hockey center played for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL. Drafted in the first round of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft, achieved a career-high 59 points in the 2016-2017 season. Contributed to the Swedish national team, earning a silver medal at the 2014 IIHF World Junior Championships. Joined the Florida Panthers in 2020 after stints in Europe that included the SHL. Has participated in international competitions representing Sweden.

Drafted by Columbus Blue Jackets in 2013

Scored 59 points in the 2016-2017 season

Won silver at the 2014 IIHF World Juniors

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