Joel Eriksson Ek
Swedish ice hockey player and center
Born
January 29th, 1997
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A professional ice hockey player born in Sweden, played as a center in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Minnesota Wild. Drafted in the second round by the Wild in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft, Eriksson Ek made his NHL debut during the 2016-17 season. He established himself as a key player for the team, known for his two-way play and contributions to both offensive and defensive strategies. He played a vital role in helping the Wild reach the playoffs during his tenure with the team.
Played in the NHL for the Minnesota Wild
Debuted in the 2016-17 NHL season
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