Martin Biron
Ice hockey player and goaltender
Born
August 15th, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Debuted in the National Hockey League (NHL) in 1995. Played as a goaltender for several teams including the Buffalo Sabres, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Islanders, and the New Jersey Devils. Achieved a career-high of 30 wins in a single season while with the Sabres. Represented Canada in international competitions, contributing to the country's success in ice hockey.
Played for the Buffalo Sabres
Achieved 30 wins in a season
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