Niclas Bergfors

Swedish ice hockey player, NHL forward

Niclas Bergfors - Swedish ice hockey player, NHL forward
Born

March 7th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Playing as a winger, this ice hockey player was part of the NHL teams Atlanta Thrashers and New Jersey Devils. Began professional career in Sweden before moving to North America. Achieved success in the Swedish league before entering the NHL ranks. After his NHL tenure, continued playing in various European leagues.

Played for Atlanta Thrashers in the NHL

Played for New Jersey Devils in the NHL

Competed in the Swedish Hockey League

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