Joakim Lindström
Swedish ice hockey player, NHL performer
Born
December 5th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Played professional ice hockey primarily as a winger in the National Hockey League (NHL) and various European leagues. Drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the 3rd round of the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Played for teams including the St. Louis Blues and the Phoenix Coyotes. Achieved success in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) and participated in international competitions representing Sweden.
Drafted 88th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in 2002
Played for the St. Louis Blues and Phoenix Coyotes in the NHL
Won multiple championships in the Swedish Hockey League
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