Brayden McNabb

Canadian ice hockey player, NHL defenseman

Brayden McNabb - Canadian ice hockey player, NHL defenseman
Born

January 21st, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1991, this Canadian ice hockey player played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted in 2010 by the Buffalo Sabres and made his NHL debut for the team in 2013. Subsequently, he played for the Los Angeles Kings and found success with the Vegas Golden Knights. Played a significant role in the Golden Knights' playoff run in their inaugural season, helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Final in 2018.

Drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in 2010

Played in 2018 Stanley Cup Final with Vegas Golden Knights

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