Steve Kariya

Steve Kariya (born December 22, 1977 in North Vancouver, BC) is a professional ice hockey forward. He is Paul Kariya's younger brother.

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December 22 - 1977 - North Vancouver - BC - Ice hockey - Paul Kariya

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Having played several seasons of pro ice hockey in North America, including a full season for the Vancouver Canucks, Kariya moved over to the Finnish SM-liiga for the 2003-04 season.

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Vancouver Canucks - Finnish - SM-liiga

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During the 2004-2005 season, he played for Ilves in the Finnish SM-liiga. He led the league in scoring during the regular season, earning the Veli-Pekka Ketola trophy. For the 2005-2006 season, Kariya has signed with the Espoo Blues.

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2004 - 2005 - Ilves - Finnish - SM-liiga - Veli-Pekka Ketola trophy - 2006 - Espoo - Blues

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Kariya has two brothers: Paul and Martin, and a sister called Noriko. Both his brothers are professional ice hockey players, and his sister is a professional boxer.

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Paul - Martin - Noriko - Boxer

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