Kjell Samuelsson
Ice hockey player and coach
Born
October 18th, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A Swedish ice hockey player and coach, played primarily as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL). His career spanned from the early 1980s to the late 1990s, competing for teams such as the Philadelphia Flyers, New York Rangers, and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, taking roles in various leagues. Samuelsson represented Sweden in international competitions, contributing to the national team's efforts.
Played for the Philadelphia Flyers
Coached in Swedish leagues
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