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    Matt Niskanen

    MattNiskanen

    • Defense
    • Birthdate
      6/12/1986
    • Birthplace
      Virginia, MN
    • Draft Info
      2005: Rd 1, Pk 28 (DAL)

    Stats

    • G
      72
    • A
      284
    • PTS
      356
    • +/-
      112
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      Flyers' Niskanen decides to retire with year left

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      Flyers' Niskanen decides to retire with year left
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        Niskanen suspended for breaking Gallagher's jaw

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        Niskanen suspended for breaking Gallagher's jaw
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          Flyers' Vigneault backs Niskanen before hearing

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          Flyers' Vigneault backs Niskanen before hearing
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