Sven Andrighetto

Swiss ice hockey player, NHL contributor

Sven Andrighetto - Swiss ice hockey player, NHL contributor
Born

March 21st, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Switzerland

Links & References

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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