Philip Holm
Swedish Ice Hockey Player, NHL Defenseman
Born
December 8th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Born in Sweden, a professional ice hockey player has played primarily as a defenseman in the NHL and various European leagues. Holm started his career in Sweden before moving to North America, where he played for the Vancouver Canucks. His skill set includes strong defensive capabilities and playmaking ability, contributing to his teams in numerous matchups. Throughout his career, he demonstrated consistent performance, earning recognition in both domestic and international competitions.
Played for the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL
Competed in multiple IIHF World Championships
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