Sven Andrighetto
Swiss ice hockey player, NHL contributor
Born
March 21st, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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Professional ice hockey player competed in the National Hockey League (NHL) and the Swiss National League. Played for the Montreal Canadiens and the Colorado Avalanche. Also represented Switzerland in international competition, including World Championships.
Played for the Montreal Canadiens from 2014 to 2017
Contributed to the Colorado Avalanche from 2017 to 2020
Competed for Switzerland in the IIHF World Championships
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