Anthony Duclair

Ice hockey player, NHL debut with Rangers

Anthony Duclair - Ice hockey player, NHL debut with Rangers
Born

August 26th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1995, a Canadian ice hockey player began a professional career in the NHL. The player was drafted by the New York Rangers in 2013 and made his debut in 2014. Subsequently, played for several teams including the Arizona Coyotes, Chicago Blackhawks, and Florida Panthers. Achieved individual success with a standout 2020 season while playing for the Florida Panthers. Represented Canada in international competitions, winning gold medals at the IIHF World U18 Championships and the World Junior Championships.

NHL debut with New York Rangers in 2014

Scored 23 goals in the 2020 NHL season

Gold medal at the 2015 IIHF World Junior Championships

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