Matt Gilroy

Ice Hockey Defenseman, Olympic Silver Medalist

Matt Gilroy - Ice Hockey Defenseman, Olympic Silver Medalist
Born

July 20th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played ice hockey as a defenseman in the NHL and internationally. Achieved success with the New York Rangers and established a career spanning multiple professional teams.

Competed in the 2010 Winter Olympics, winning a silver medal with Team USA

Played for the New York Rangers from 2009 to 2012

Contributed to the Florida Panthers and other NHL teams

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