Mike Comrie

Ice hockey player with NHL experience

Mike Comrie - Ice hockey player with NHL experience
Born

September 11th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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An ice hockey player played in the NHL primarily as a center. Career began with the Edmonton Oilers and included stints with the Philadelphia Flyers, Phoenix Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Achieved significant success with the Oilers, including participation in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Helped lead the Ottawa Senators to the Eastern Conference Final. Retired from professional play in 2012.

Played for the Edmonton Oilers

Reached the Eastern Conference Final with the Ottawa Senators

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