Pelle Eklund

Swedish ice hockey player and Olympian

Pelle Eklund - Swedish ice hockey player and Olympian
Born

March 22nd, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Played professional ice hockey in Sweden and the NHL. Competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics representing Sweden. Had a successful career in the Swedish Hockey League before joining the NHL, where played for teams such as the Detroit Red Wings and the New Jersey Devils. After his playing career, transitioned into coaching and became involved in youth hockey development.

Competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics

Played for the Detroit Red Wings

Played for the New Jersey Devils

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