Kari Lehtonen
Ice hockey goaltender, 2003 NHL draft pick
Born
November 16th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Finland
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A former professional ice hockey goaltender, contributed to several teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). Played for the Atlanta Thrashers and the Dallas Stars. Achieved notable success in several seasons and participated in various international competitions, representing Finland in the IIHF World Championships.
Drafted 2nd overall in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft
Played for the Atlanta Thrashers and Dallas Stars
Won a silver medal at the 2006 IIHF World Championships
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