Clayton Keller
Professional ice hockey player, Arizona Coyotes
Born
July 29th, 1998
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An ice hockey player, drafted 7th overall by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. Keller began his professional career in the 2017-18 NHL season. He played for the United States national junior team and participated in the IIHF World Junior Championships, contributing significantly to the team's performance. Keller has served as captain of the Coyotes, showcasing leadership on the ice.
Drafted 7th overall by Arizona Coyotes
Played in NHL All-Star Game in 2022
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