Sergei Samsonov

Ice Hockey Player and Scout

Sergei Samsonov - Ice Hockey Player and Scout
Born

October 27th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Born in 1978, a Russian ice hockey player built a career in the National Hockey League (NHL) and later transitioned to a scouting role. Drafted 8th overall by the Boston Bruins in 1997, played for several NHL teams including the Bruins, Edmonton Oilers, and the Carolina Hurricanes. Achieved significant success during the 2005-2006 NHL season, contributing to the Hurricanes' victory in the Stanley Cup. Later became a scout for the Chicago Blackhawks, sharing expertise in player evaluation and development.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2006

Drafted 8th overall by the Boston Bruins in 1997

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