Curtis Lazar

Ice hockey player with Ottawa Senators

Curtis Lazar - Ice hockey player with Ottawa Senators
Born

February 2nd, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A professional ice hockey player, debuted in the NHL with the Ottawa Senators during the 2014-2015 season. Played for various teams including the Calgary Flames and Buffalo Sabres throughout a career in the league. Known for contributions in the sport at both junior and professional levels, including achievements in international play. Earned a selection to the Canada U18 team and won a gold medal at the 2013 World U18 Championship. Notable for strong performance in junior ice hockey with the Edmonton Oil Kings, leading to a first-round draft selection.

Played for Ottawa Senators in NHL

Contributed to Canada U18's gold medal win

Led Edmonton Oil Kings to championship

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