Sergei Bobrovsky

Ice hockey player, Vezina Trophy winner

Sergei Bobrovsky - Ice hockey player, Vezina Trophy winner
Born

September 20th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Born in 1988, this ice hockey player experienced success primarily in the National Hockey League (NHL). Playing as a goaltender, he began his career in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) before moving to the NHL. Notable teams include the Philadelphia Flyers and the Columbus Blue Jackets. Achieved significant acclaim for outstanding performances in net, earning multiple awards for exceptional performance during the regular season and playoffs.

Won the Vezina Trophy twice in 2013 and 2017

Led the Columbus Blue Jackets to their first playoff series victory in 2019

Selected for the NHL All-Star Game multiple times

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