Gabriel Landeskog

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Gabriel Landeskog - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

November 23rd, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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A Swedish ice hockey player, served as the captain of the Colorado Avalanche in the National Hockey League (NHL). Started professional career in the NHL in 2011, being selected second overall in the NHL Entry Draft. Contributed to the team winning the Stanley Cup in 2022, marking a significant milestone in the franchise's history. Recognized for leadership on and off the ice, played a pivotal role in the team's performance over multiple seasons.

Led Colorado Avalanche to Stanley Cup in 2022

Captained the Avalanche since 2012

Selected 2nd overall in 2011 NHL Entry Draft

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