LARS ELLER REACHES 1,000 GAMES PLAYED MILESTONE January 27, 2024 - NHL.com

Lars Eller is the first Danish-born player in NHL history to reach 1,000 games. Eller was drafted in the 2007 NHL Draft by the St. Louis Blues. Over his career, which has included notable stints with the Montreal Canadiens, a Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals, and a brief tenure with the Colorado Avalanche. Eller expresses pride in his accomplishment and gratitude for the diverse experiences and connections he has encountered along the way: "I'm proud of the accomplishment to stay in the league for that long. It's a privilege, and I feel privileged to play with so many good teams and so many good players."

 

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