Neal Broten

Ice hockey player, Olympic gold medalist

Neal Broten - Ice hockey player, Olympic gold medalist
Born

November 29th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional ice hockey for over 15 seasons in the NHL. Achieved significant success with the Minnesota North Stars, where contributions helped the team reach the 1991 Stanley Cup Finals. Represented the United States in international competitions, securing a gold medal at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid. Retired from professional play in the late 1990s.

Winning a gold medal at the 1980 Winter Olympics

Reaching the 1991 Stanley Cup Finals with the Minnesota North Stars

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