Dylan Strome

Ice hockey player with the Chicago Blackhawks

Dylan Strome - Ice hockey player with the Chicago Blackhawks
Born

March 7th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Began a professional career in ice hockey after being drafted third overall by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. Strome played junior hockey with the Erie Otters, where he accumulated numerous points and awards, including being a key player in their OHL championship win. Later signed with the Chicago Blackhawks, contributing significantly to the team's offense.

Drafted third overall in the 2015 NHL Draft

Won the OHL championship with the Erie Otters

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