Alexei Emelin

Ice hockey player, NHL defenseman

Alexei Emelin - Ice hockey player, NHL defenseman
Born

April 25th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Played professional ice hockey primarily as a defenseman in the NHL. Started career in the Russian Superleague before moving to the NHL. Played for the Montreal Canadiens and the Nashville Predators. Participated in international competitions, representing the national team at the World Championships and other tournaments. Known for physical play and defensive skills.

Played for the Montreal Canadiens from 2011 to 2017

Competed for the Russian national team in multiple World Championships

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