Mikael Renberg is a former professional ice hockey player from Sweden who had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL) and internationally. Renberg began his career playing for Luleå HF in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) before being drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in the second round of the 1990 NHL Entry Draft.
Renberg made his NHL debut in the 1993-94 season and quickly established himself as a skilled forward with a strong physical presence. He was part of the "Legion of Doom" line with Eric Lindros and John LeClair, which was one of the most dominant lines in the NHL during the mid-1990s. Renberg helped lead the Flyers to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1997, where they lost to the Detroit Red Wings.
After four seasons with the Flyers, Renberg was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning in 1999. He played two seasons with the Lightning before being traded to the Phoenix Coyotes in 2001. Renberg then returned to the Flyers for the 2002-03 season before finishing his NHL career with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2003-04.
In addition to his NHL career, Renberg also represented Sweden in international competition. He won a gold medal at the 1991 World Junior Championships and a silver medal at the 1992 Winter Olympics. Renberg also played in several World Championships and was a member of the Swedish team that won the gold medal in 1998.
Overall, Renberg had a successful career in the NHL and internationally. He scored 190 goals and 230 assists for 420 points in 661 NHL games. Renberg was known for his physical play, strong defensive skills, and ability to score goals. He was a key member of the Flyers during their successful run in the mid-1990s and was a respected player throughout his career.
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