Luke Adam

Ice hockey player with the Buffalo Sabres

Luke Adam - Ice hockey player with the Buffalo Sabres
Born

June 18th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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This individual played as a center in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted in the second round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft by the Buffalo Sabres, this athlete made his NHL debut in 2010. Over the course of the career, contributions to the Sabres and other teams were notable, showcasing skill and versatility on the ice. Additionally, time was spent in the American Hockey League (AHL) with various teams, including the Rochester Americans, where strong performances were recorded in several seasons.

Drafted 44th overall by Buffalo Sabres in 2008

Played for the Buffalo Sabres and the Rochester Americans

Competed in the NHL from 2010 to 2014

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