Eric Boulton

Ice hockey player, Atlanta Thrashers

Eric Boulton - Ice hockey player, Atlanta Thrashers
Born

August 17th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for multiple teams including the Atlanta Thrashers and New Jersey Devils. Boulton was recognized for his role as an enforcer and for contributing to team dynamics with physical play. His career spanned several seasons, primarily in the early 2000s through the late 2010s. Boulton participated in the 2013 NHL All-Star Game as part of the league's fan vote. He achieved significant milestones in the minor leagues and was instrumental in the team strategies of the franchises he represented.

Played for the Atlanta Thrashers

Participated in the 2013 NHL All-Star Game

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