Ryan Kesler

Ice hockey player, 2011 Selke Trophy winner

Ryan Kesler - Ice hockey player, 2011 Selke Trophy winner
Born

August 31st, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1984, a prominent ice hockey player who played in the NHL, primarily with the Vancouver Canucks and the Anaheim Ducks. Selected for the NHL All-Star Game multiple times, earned the prestigious Frank J. Selke Trophy in 2011 for being the league's best defensive forward. Represented the United States in international competitions, including the Winter Olympics and the World Championships. Known for exceptional two-way play and leadership on the ice.

Won the Frank J. Selke Trophy in 2011

Played for Vancouver Canucks from 2003 to 2014

Played for Anaheim Ducks from 2014 to 2019

Competed in the 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics

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