Devan Dubnyk
Ice hockey player and Vezina Trophy winner
Born
May 4th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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This athlete played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted in 2004, career milestones include stints with the Edmonton Oilers, Nashville Predators, Arizona Coyotes, Minnesota Wild, and San Jose Sharks. Achieved significant recognition in 2015 by winning the Vezina Trophy, awarded to the league's top goaltender. Played a key role in leading the Minnesota Wild to multiple playoff appearances.
Won the Vezina Trophy in 2015
Played for the Minnesota Wild
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