Mason Raymond

Ice hockey player with Vancouver Canucks

Mason Raymond - Ice hockey player with Vancouver Canucks
Born

September 17th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1985, this Canadian ice hockey player played predominantly as a winger in the NHL. Drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in 2005, began professional career with the team and contributed to their run to the Stanley Cup Final in 2011. Later played for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Calgary Flames. Known for speed and offensive skills, concluded NHL career with a stint in the AHL.

Played in the 2011 Stanley Cup Final with Vancouver Canucks

Posted a career-high 53 points in the 2010-11 NHL season

Represented Canada at the 2010 IIHF World Championship

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