Mats Sundin
Ice hockey player, Toronto Maple Leafs captain
Born
February 13th, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Born in Sweden, played as a professional ice hockey player. Spent the majority of a career with the Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL. Captained the Maple Leafs from 1997 to 2008, contributing to the team's notable playoff runs. Also represented Sweden in international competitions, including the Olympics. Retired from professional play in 2009.
Served as captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs
Won a gold medal with Sweden in the 2006 Olympics
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