Steffen Kent Søberg (born August 6, 1993) is a former Norwegian professional ice hockey goaltender who played in the GET-ligaen for Vålerenga.[1] He was selected by Washington Capitals in the 4th round (117th overall) of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, becoming the first Norwegian goalie to ever get drafted by an NHL-team.[2] Later that year he was selected 6th overall by the Swift Current Broncos in the 2011 CHL Import Draft.[3]
Steffen Søberg | |||
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Born |
(1993-08-06) August 6, 1993 (age 29) Oslo, Norway | ||
Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) | ||
Weight | 172 lb (78 kg; 12 st 4 lb) | ||
Position | Goaltender | ||
Caught | Left | ||
GET team Former teams |
Vålerenga Manglerud Star | ||
National team |
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NHL Draft |
117th overall, 2011 Washington Capitals | ||
Playing career | 2011–2022 |
Internationally he has played for the Norwegian national team in several World Championships, and was named to the roster for the 2014 Winter Olympics, though he did not play.
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