Morgan Rielly
Ice Hockey Defenseman, Toronto Maple Leafs
Born
March 9th, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in 1994, this Canadian ice hockey defenseman was drafted fifth overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. Concurrently, played junior hockey for the Moose Jaw Warriors in the WHL. Over the course of a professional career in the NHL, contributed defensively and offensively for the Maple Leafs, achieving significant scoring numbers and assists. Participated in multiple NHL All-Star Games and represented Canada at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships.
Drafted 5th overall by Toronto Maple Leafs
Participated in NHL All-Star Games
Represented Canada at IIHF World Championships
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