Rod Pelley

Ice hockey player and captain

Rod Pelley - Ice hockey player and captain
Born

September 1st, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player, played primarily as a center. Pelley was drafted in the sixth round of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft by the New Jersey Devils. Made his professional debut in 2006 and contributed to the team's performance in the NHL. Later played for the Anaheim Ducks and had a notable career in the AHL, particularly with the Albany Devils. Served as captain for minor league teams, demonstrating leadership on and off the ice.

Drafted by New Jersey Devils in 2004

Played in NHL for New Jersey Devils and Anaheim Ducks

Served as captain for Albany Devils

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