Kenny Jönsson

Ice hockey player and coach, Olympic medalist

Kenny Jönsson - Ice hockey player and coach, Olympic medalist
Born

October 6th, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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An ice hockey player and coach from Sweden. Played for the New York Islanders in the NHL and represented Sweden internationally. Achieved significant success in ice hockey. Won a silver medal at the 1994 Winter Olympics in Lillehammer and contributed to Sweden's victory at the 1998 IIHF World Championship. Transitioned to coaching after retiring as a player, sharing expertise and developing future talent in the sport.

Played in the NHL for the New York Islanders

Won a silver medal at the 1994 Winter Olympics

Contributed to Sweden's 1998 IIHF World Championship victory

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