Pär Lindholm
Swedish ice hockey player and center
Born
October 5th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Played professional ice hockey primarily as a center. Started career in the Swedish Hockey League, competing with teams such as Skellefteå AIK. Transitioned to the NHL, joining the Toronto Maple Leafs and later the Winnipeg Jets. Participated in international competitions representing Sweden. Contributed to team efforts in various tournaments.
Played for Skellefteå AIK in the SHL
Competed with Toronto Maple Leafs in the NHL
Represented Sweden in international tournaments
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