Ken Daneyko

Ice hockey player and sportscaster

Ken Daneyko - Ice hockey player and sportscaster
Born

April 17th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A former professional ice hockey player, competed in the NHL for the New Jersey Devils. Played as a defenseman from 1982 to 2003, contributing to three Stanley Cup victories. After retirement, transitioned to a career in broadcasting, providing commentary and analysis for hockey-related programming.

Played for the New Jersey Devils

Won the Stanley Cup in 1995, 2000, and 2003

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