David Savard
Canadian ice hockey player, NHL defenseman
Born
October 22nd, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in 1990, this athlete competed in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily as a defenseman. Drafted in the fourth round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft by the Columbus Blue Jackets, played several seasons with the team before moving to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Contributed to the Lightning's success during the 2020-2021 season, leading to a Stanley Cup championship. Throughout his career, accumulated numerous postseason appearances and accolades.
Winning the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2021
Playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets
Competing in over 600 NHL games
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