B. J. Crombeen

Ice Hockey Player, St. Louis Blues

B. J. Crombeen - Ice Hockey Player, St. Louis Blues
Born

July 10th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional ice hockey player played as a right winger in the National Hockey League (NHL). Represented teams including the St. Louis Blues and the Tampa Bay Lightning from 2005 to 2014. Developed a reputation for playing a physical style of hockey, contributing to both offensive plays and defensive responsibilities.

Played for St. Louis Blues

Played for Tampa Bay Lightning

Participated in over 200 NHL games

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