Garth Murray

Ice hockey player in the NHL

Garth Murray - Ice hockey player in the NHL
Born

September 17th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1982, this Canadian ice hockey player played as a forward in the National Hockey League (NHL). He played a significant portion of his career with teams like the New York Rangers and the Florida Panthers. After being drafted in 2001, he made his NHL debut in the 2003-2004 season. His career spanned multiple teams and included stints in the American Hockey League (AHL).

Drafted 2001 by the New York Rangers

Played in the NHL for Florida Panthers

Participated in the AHL with multiple teams

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