Tobias Rieder
German ice hockey player
Started professional career in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) before moving to the National Hockey League (NHL). Played for the Arizona Coyotes, Los Angeles Kings, and Edmonton Oilers. Competed internationally for Germany, participating in the World Championships and Olympic Games.
Played for the Arizona Coyotes in the NHL
Represented Germany in the 2018 Winter Olympics
Contributed to various teams in the NHL
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