Oscar Fantenberg

Ice hockey player, NHL and SHL presence

Oscar Fantenberg - Ice hockey player, NHL and SHL presence
Born

October 7th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

Links & References

An ice hockey player participated in the NHL and SHL. Played defense and represented teams including the Los Angeles Kings and the Vancouver Canucks. Also contributed to hockey in Sweden, playing for various clubs in the Swedish Hockey League. Demonstrated skills in both offensive and defensive play throughout his career.

Played in NHL with Los Angeles Kings

Competed in SHL with teams like Mora IK

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