Jack Roslovic

Ice hockey player, Columbus Blue Jackets

Jack Roslovic - Ice hockey player, Columbus Blue Jackets
Born

January 29th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1997, an ice hockey player played in the NHL primarily for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Played junior hockey with the US National Development Team and the University of Massachusetts Lowell, before being drafted in the first round of the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. Made his NHL debut in the 2017-2018 season and has contributed significant points during various seasons for the Blue Jackets. Represented the United States in international competitions, including the World Junior Championships.

Drafted 25th overall in the 2015 NHL Draft

Played for the Columbus Blue Jackets

Represented USA in World Junior Championships

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