About Derek Linnell
Born 1968. Derek Linnell is a Canadian ice hockey player.
Derek Linnell (born November 15, 1968) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman.
Linnell attended University of Alaska Fairbanks where he played NCAA Division I hockey with the Alaska Nanooks. In February 1992 he was forced to leave the team after it was found he was in violation of NCAA rules by playing while in his sixth year of college.
Linnell began his professional career with the 1992–93 season, playing three seasons with the ECHL team, before jumping to the West Coast Hockey League to play the 1995–96 season with the Alaska Gold Kings.
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Who is Derek Linnell?
Canadian ice hockey defenceman
When was Derek Linnell born?
Derek Linnell was born on 15 November 1968 in Calgary.
What is Derek Linnell's occupation?
Derek Linnell is an ice hockey player.
What nationality is Derek Linnell?
Derek Linnell is Canadian.
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