Zack Kassian

Ice hockey player, NHL forward

Zack Kassian - Ice hockey player, NHL forward
Born

January 24th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily as a right winger. Initial selection occurred during the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, where a team chosen Kassian in the first round, 13th overall. Notable contributions provided to several teams, including the Buffalo Sabres, Vancouver Canucks, and Edmonton Oilers. Member of the Canucks team that reached the Stanley Cup Finals in 2011. Competed in international play, representing Canada at the 2012 IIHF World Championship.

Drafted 13th overall in 2010 NHL Entry Draft

Played in the 2011 Stanley Cup Finals with the Canucks

Represented Canada at the 2012 IIHF World Championship

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