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| Konstantin Sidulov | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born | January 1, 1977 Chelyabinsk, USSR | ||
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) | ||
| Weight | 176 lb (80 kg; 12 st 8 lb) | ||
| Position | Defence | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | Traktor Chelyabinsk Fredericton Canadiens Miami Matadors Quebec Citadelles Tallahassee Tiger Sharks HC Mechel | ||
| NHL Draft | 118th overall, 1997 Montreal Canadiens | ||
| Playing career | 1995–2008 | ||
Konstantin Sidulov (born January 1, 1977) is a Russian former professional ice hockey defenceman. He played in the Russian Superleague for Traktor Chelyabinsk and HC Mechel. He was drafted 118th overall in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft by the Montreal Canadiens.
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