Bobby Allen

Ice hockey player and defenseman

Bobby Allen - Ice hockey player and defenseman
Born

November 14th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a defenseman. Allen was drafted by the New York Islanders in the 4th round of the 1996 NHL Entry Draft. Throughout a career that spanned several years, he competed with teams including the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Tampa Bay Lightning. He participated in over 150 NHL games before transitioning to play in minor leagues and professional leagues in Europe.

Drafted 110th overall by the New York Islanders in 1996

Played for the Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning

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