Kevin Hayes
Ice hockey player with the Philadelphia Flyers
Born in 1992, this ice hockey player gained recognition in the National Hockey League (NHL). After playing college hockey at Boston College, the player was selected 24th overall in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks. The player played for the Blackhawks and later the New York Rangers, eventually joining the Philadelphia Flyers. The player contributed to several successful seasons in the NHL, becoming a key player and scorer for the teams.
Played for the Chicago Blackhawks
Played for the New York Rangers
Played for the Philadelphia Flyers
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Mexican footballer and national player
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May 8th, 1973 52 years ago
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May 8th, 1904 121 years ago
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Historian and politician, authored 'Decline and Fall'
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May 8th, 1737 288 years ago
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Baseball player and manager in 19th century
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May 8th, 1850 175 years ago
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Born
May 8th, 1622 403 years ago
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