Karl Stollery

Ice Hockey Player; AHL Champion

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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