Owen Power

Ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres

Owen Power - Ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres
Born

November 22nd, 2002
22 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player, Power played as a defenseman. He was selected first overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2021 NHL Draft. During his collegiate career, he played for the Michigan Wolverines, contributing significantly to the team's success in the NCAA. Additionally, Power represented Canada in international competitions, winning a gold medal at the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship.

First overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft

Gold medalist at the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship

Key player for the Michigan Wolverines

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