Elias Lindholm

Ice hockey player and Olympic athlete

Elias Lindholm - Ice hockey player and Olympic athlete
Born

December 2nd, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Born in Sweden, a professional ice hockey player who plays as a forward. Played in the NHL for the Calgary Flames and has participated in international competitions representing Sweden. Achieved success in various championships, contributing to team efforts in both club and national settings.

Played for Calgary Flames in the NHL

Represented Sweden in the Olympics

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