Michel Riesen
Swiss Ice Hockey Player, NHL Forward
Born
April 11th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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Played professional ice hockey from 1998 to 2005. Competed in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Phoenix Coyotes. Represented Switzerland in international competitions, including the IIHF World Championships. His career included significant performances that contributed to the growth of ice hockey in Switzerland.
Played for the Phoenix Coyotes in the NHL
Represented Switzerland in IIHF World Championships
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