Kevin Weekes

Ice hockey player and sportscaster

Kevin Weekes - Ice hockey player and sportscaster
Born

April 4th, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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An ice hockey player and sportscaster, contributed to the sport as a goaltender. Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the New York Islanders, Florida Panthers, and Carolina Hurricanes among others. Transitioned to broadcasting, providing insights and commentary on various networks. Participated in numerous games during a professional career spanning over a decade.

Played as a goaltender in the NHL

Worked as a sportscaster on networks like ESPN

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