Mark Fayne
Ice hockey player with NHL experience
Born
May 15th, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An ice hockey player, who played as a defenseman in the NHL. A standout at the collegiate level, competed for Union College and contributed to the team's success. Played for the New Jersey Devils and later the Edmonton Oilers during his professional career. Participated in multiple NHL seasons, showcasing defensive skills and reliability on the ice.
Played for New Jersey Devils from 2011 to 2014
Played for Edmonton Oilers from 2014 to 2016
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