Andrei Kostitsyn
Belarusian ice hockey player
A professional ice hockey player played in the NHL predominantly for the Montreal Canadiens. Achieved recognition for skills as a winger. Contributed significantly to the success of the team during tenure from 2006 to 2012. Additionally played for the Nashville Predators and KHL teams including Ak Bars Kazan and Dynamo Minsk. Represented Belarus in international competitions, including the World Championships.
Played for the Montreal Canadiens from 2006 to 2012
Competed in the 2006 Winter Olympics for Belarus
Won the 2010 KHL Gagarin Cup with Ak Bars Kazan
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