Cam Janssen
Ice hockey player and enforcer

Born
April 15th, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1984, a professional ice hockey player played as a winger in the National Hockey League. Primarily recognized for contributions to the St. Louis Blues and the New Jersey Devils. Known for a physical style of play and role as an enforcer on the ice, participated in numerous fights during NHL games. Played college hockey for the University of Nebraska Omaha before being drafted into the NHL.
Played for St. Louis Blues
Played for New Jersey Devils
Competed in over 250 NHL games
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