Dany Heatley

Professional ice hockey player, Olympic Gold Medalist

Dany Heatley - Professional ice hockey player, Olympic Gold Medalist
Born

January 21st, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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An ice hockey player from Canada, recognized for a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). Played for teams including the Atlanta Thrashers, Ottawa Senators, and San Jose Sharks. Achieved significant milestones, including being selected to the NHL All-Star Game multiple times. Contributed to the Canadian national team, securing a gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.

Won Olympic Gold Medal in 2002

Selected as NHL All-Star multiple times

Scored 50 goals in a single NHL season

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