Peter Zezel
Ice hockey and soccer player, NHL standout
Born
1965
60 years ago
Died
May 26th, 2009
16 years ago — 44 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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This individual was a professional ice hockey and soccer player from Canada. In ice hockey, he played in the NHL for teams including the Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and the New Jersey Devils. Versatile on the ice, he contributed as a center and earned a reputation for his playmaking abilities. His soccer career included playing in the Canadian National Soccer League for various teams. After retiring from professional sports, he continued to be involved in the hockey community until his passing in 2009.
Played in the NHL for multiple teams
Competed in the Canadian National Soccer League
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