Glenn Anderson

Ice hockey player with multiple championships

Glenn Anderson - Ice hockey player with multiple championships
Born

October 2nd, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player played predominantly as a right winger. His professional career spanned from 1980 to 2004, primarily with the Edmonton Oilers in the National Hockey League (NHL). Contributed to the Oilers' dominance in the 1980s, securing five Stanley Cup championships. Transitioned to play for other teams, including the New York Rangers, the St. Louis Blues, and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Accumulated over 1,000 career points in the NHL. Represented Canada in international competitions, including the Canada Cup.

Won five Stanley Cups with the Edmonton Oilers

Scored over 1,000 career points in the NHL

Played for Team Canada in the Canada Cup

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