Peter Regin
Ice hockey player, NHL participant
Born
April 16th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Denmark
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Born in 1986, an ice hockey player participated in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily as a forward. Regin was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the 3rd round of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. Played for the Senators from 2009-2013, contributing to the team during his tenure. Regin also represented Denmark in several international competitions, including the IIHF World Championships. After leaving the NHL, he continued to play in various European leagues, including the Swedish Hockey League.
Drafted 87th overall by the Ottawa Senators
Played for the Danish national team
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