Michael Zigomanis
Ice hockey player with NHL experience
Born
January 17th, 1981
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played ice hockey as a center, participating in the NHL and AHL. Drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third round of the 1999 NHL Entry Draft. Played for teams such as the Carolina Hurricanes and the Phoenix Coyotes. Spent significant time in the AHL, contributing to multiple team successes.
Drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1999
Played for the Carolina Hurricanes
Competed with the Phoenix Coyotes
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