Börje Salming
| 17 Apr 1951 | Jukkasjärvi, Norrbottens län, Sweden
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Biography
Börje Salming, nicknamed "The King", is a Swedish retired professional ice hockey defenceman. He played for Brynäs IF, the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Detroit Red Wings, and AIK. Salming was one of the first European players to make an impact in the National Hockey League (NHL), paving the way for future generations of players.