Taylor Chorney

Ice hockey player with NHL experience

Taylor Chorney - Athletes & Sports Figures born April 27th, 1987
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An ice hockey player born in 1987, Chorney played as a defenseman. He entered the NHL after being selected in the second round of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. Chorney debuted with the Edmonton Oilers and had later stints with the Pittsburgh Penguins and the New York Rangers. Throughout his career, he played in multiple seasons across the NHL and AHL, contributing to team defenses and participating in various league matches.

Drafted 36th overall by Edmonton Oilers in 2004

Played for Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Rangers

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