Taylor Hall
Ice Hockey Player, 2018 Hart Trophy Winner
Born
November 14th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A professional ice hockey player with a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted first overall in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft by the Edmonton Oilers. Played for teams including the New Jersey Devils and Boston Bruins. Achieved significant recognition in 2018 by winning the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's Most Valuable Player. Contributed to team successes with notable performances in various playoff campaigns.
Won the Hart Trophy in 2018
Drafted first overall by Edmonton Oilers in 2010
Played for New Jersey Devils and Boston Bruins
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