Valeri Bure is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born in Moscow, Russia, in 1974, and began playing hockey at a young age. Bure's older brother, Pavel, was also a professional hockey player and had a successful career in the NHL.
Bure was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the second round of the 1992 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut in the 1994-95 season and played for the Canadiens for two seasons before being traded to the Calgary Flames in 1998. Bure played for the Flames for four seasons and was known for his speed and offensive skills.
In 2002, Bure was traded to the Florida Panthers, where he played for two seasons. He had a career-high 35 goals and 75 points in the 2000-01 season with the Flames. Bure was also known for his strong work ethic and dedication to the game.
Bure's career was plagued by injuries, and he missed significant time due to various ailments. He retired from professional hockey in 2005 due to a chronic back injury.
In addition to his NHL career, Bure also represented Russia in international competition. He played for Russia in the 1994 Winter Olympics and the 1996 World Cup of Hockey. Bure was also a member of the Russian team that won the gold medal at the 1993 World Junior Championships.
After retiring from hockey, Bure became involved in various business ventures. He also appeared on the reality TV show "Dancing with the Stars" in 2006.
Bure's hockey career was not as illustrious as his brother Pavel's, but he was still a talented player who made a significant impact in the NHL. He finished his career with 400 points in 621 games played. Bure's speed and offensive skills made him a fan favorite, and he will always be remembered as a skilled and dedicated player.
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