Borje Salming date of birth:
April 17, 1951
How old is Borje Salming?
75
Where was Borje Salming born?
Kiruna, Sweden
How tall is Borje Salming?
6' 1" (185 cm)
How much does Borje Salming weigh?
193 lbs (87.5 kg)
Borje Salming body shape:
Athletic
What color are Borje Salming's eyes?
Blue
What color is Borje Salming's hair?
Brown - Light
Is Borje Salming gay or straight?
Straight
What is Borje Salming's ethnicity?
White
What is Borje Salming nationality?
Swedish
What is Borje Salming's occupation?
Ice Hockey Player
Short Biography
Anders Börje Salming (born April 17, 1951), nicknamed "The King", is a retired Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman. He played for Kiruna AIF, 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. He was one of the premier defencemen of his era in the NHL, and was recognized for this by being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1996. Salming also played extensively for Sweden in international play. He was recognized for this by being selected to the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Centennial All-Star Team.