Kevin Hayes

Ice hockey player with the Philadelphia Flyers

Kevin Hayes - Ice hockey player with the Philadelphia Flyers
Born

May 8th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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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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