Eric Lindros
Ice hockey player and Hart Trophy winner
Born
February 28th, 1973
52 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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An ice hockey player, achieved prominence in the NHL during the 1990s. Played as a center for the Philadelphia Flyers, where significant contributions to the team's success occurred. Won the Hart Trophy in 1995 as the league's most valuable player. Lindros also represented Canada in international competitions, earning a gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics. His powerful playing style and scoring ability made him a key figure in ice hockey.
Won the Hart Trophy in 1995
Played for the Philadelphia Flyers from 1992 to 2000
Participated in the 2002 Winter Olympics
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