Alexandr Svitov
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| Position | Center |
| Shoots | Left |
| Height Weight |
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 230 lb (105 kg) |
| NHL Team F. Teams |
Columbus Blue Jackets Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Nationality |  Russia |
| Born | November 3, 1982, Omsk, RUS |
| NHL Draft | 3rd overall, 2001 Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Pro Career | 2002 – present |
Alexandr Svitov (born November 3, 1982, in Omsk, U.S.S.R.) is a Russian professional ice hockey center.
[edit] Playing career
He was drafted in the first round, 3rd overall, by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.
He made his NHL debut with the Lightning in the 2002-03 season, appearing in 63 games and recording eight points. During the 2003-04 season, he was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets.
During the 2005-06 season, Svitov returned to Russia and played for his hometown Avangard Omsk of the Russian Hockey Super League.
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