Ben Scrivens

Ice hockey goaltender

Ben Scrivens - Ice hockey goaltender
Born

September 11th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 2010 to 2018. Began professional career with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Played for several teams including the Los Angeles Kings and the Edmonton Oilers. Achieved notable success on the ice, particularly during tenure with the Kings, where he contributed to the team's playoff performance.

Played for the Toronto Maple Leafs

Contributed to the success of the Los Angeles Kings

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