Brayden Schenn

Ice hockey player with Stanley Cup win

Brayden Schenn - Ice hockey player with Stanley Cup win
Born

August 22nd, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Professional ice hockey player achieved recognition through performance in the NHL. Drafted fifth overall by the Los Angeles Kings in 2009. Played for the Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, and St. Louis Blues. Secured the Stanley Cup Championship with the Blues in 2019. Contributed significantly to team successes across multiple seasons.

Drafted 5th overall by the Los Angeles Kings in 2009

Won the Stanley Cup with the St. Louis Blues in 2019

Played for the Philadelphia Flyers

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