Serhiy Klymentiev

Ukrainian ice hockey player

Serhiy Klymentiev - Ukrainian ice hockey player
Born

April 5th, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ukraine

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Played professional ice hockey, primarily in the Soviet Union and later in various leagues, including the NHL. Competed in international tournaments, representing Ukraine. Played a significant role in promoting ice hockey in Ukraine during the 1990s. Played for teams such as the Donetsk and Kharkiv, contributing to the development of the sport in the region.

Represented Ukraine in international competitions

Played in the NHL with the Tampa Bay Lightning

Competed in the Russian Superleague

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