Zemgus Girgensons

Ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres

Zemgus Girgensons - Ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres
Born

January 5th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Latvia

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Born in Latvia, an ice hockey player emerged in the sport's competitive leagues. He played for the Buffalo Sabres in the National Hockey League (NHL) and gained recognition as one of the few Latvian players in the league. He made significant contributions during the international tournaments as a member of the Latvian national team.

Played for the Buffalo Sabres in the NHL

Competed in multiple IIHF World Championships

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