Daniel Tjärnqvist
Ice hockey player, played for Team Sweden
Born
October 14th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A Swedish ice hockey player played primarily as a defenseman. Career spanned from the 1990s to the late 2000s. Played in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) and the National Hockey League (NHL). Represented Sweden in international competitions, including the Winter Olympics and World Championships. Known for contributions to teams such as the Chicago Blackhawks and the New York Islanders.
Competed in the 2006 Winter Olympics
Played for the Chicago Blackhawks
Played for the New York Islanders
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