Kari Lehtonen

Ice hockey goaltender, 2003 NHL draft pick

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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