Chris Butler
Ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres
Born
October 27th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played ice hockey professionally, primarily as a defenseman. Drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. Competed in the National Hockey League and American Hockey League, representing teams including the Sabres and the Calgary Flames. Contributed to team's defensive strategies and participated in various playoff games.
Drafted 96th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 2005
Played for the Calgary Flames
Appeared in over 200 NHL games
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