Rick Nash
Canadian ice hockey player and Olympian
Born
June 16th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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An accomplished ice hockey player, this athlete played as a left winger in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Rangers, and Boston Bruins. The player was a first overall pick in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Internationally, represented Canada in multiple tournaments, contributing to gold medal victories at the 2006 Winter Olympics and the 2010 Winter Olympics. The player's notable career includes recognition as an NHL All-Star multiple times and winning the Maurice Richard Trophy as the league's leading goal scorer during the 2003-2004 season.
First overall pick in the 2002 NHL Draft
NHL All-Star multiple times
Maurice Richard Trophy winner
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