Matt Murley
Ice hockey player, part of NCAA Championship team
Born
December 17th, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American ice hockey player played college ice hockey for the University of Michigan. Helped the team win the NCAA Championship in 1998. Later played professionally in the American Hockey League (AHL) and the National Hockey League (NHL). Participated in several seasons with teams such as the Pittsburgh Penguins and the New York Rangers. Also contributed to expansion teams and other minor leagues throughout a lengthy career.
Won the NCAA Championship with University of Michigan in 1998
Played in the NHL for teams such as the Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Rangers
Competed in the AHL for multiple teams
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