Karl Stollery
Ice Hockey Player; AHL Champion
Born
November 21st, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played professional ice hockey in the American Hockey League (AHL) and National Hockey League (NHL). Started career in junior hockey with the Calgary Hitmen, followed by a successful college career at Colgate University. Signed by the San Jose Sharks, contributing to the team in the NHL. Also played for teams including the Colorado Avalanche and the Norfolk Admirals, achieving AHL playoff success.
Won the Calder Cup with the Norfolk Admirals
Competed in the NHL with the Colorado Avalanche
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