Andrew Cogliano

Canadian ice hockey player, NHL veteran

Andrew Cogliano - Athletes & Sports Figures born June 14th, 1987
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A professional ice hockey player, achieved recognition for contributions to several NHL teams, primarily the Anaheim Ducks. Played as a forward, noted for speed and defensive reliability. Amassed over 600 regular season games and participated in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Developed a reputation for durability, recording a lengthy consecutive games played streak during a career marked by consistent performance.

Played for the Anaheim Ducks from 2007 to 2018

Contributed to the Ducks' 2007 Stanley Cup victory

Set a record for consecutive games played at 830

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