Kyle Turris
Ice Hockey Player, NHL Forward
Born
August 14th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played in the National Hockey League for several teams including the Phoenix Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, and Nashville Predators. Achieved a career-high of 27 goals in a single season. Competed in international play, representing Canada at the World Junior Championships and earning a gold medal.
Played for the Phoenix Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, and Nashville Predators
Scored a career-high 27 goals in the 2014-2015 NHL season
Won a gold medal at the 2008 World Junior Championships
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