Denis Platonov (born 6 November 1981) is a Russian former professional

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who most notably played for

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of the

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(KHL). He was selected by the

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in the 3rd round (75th overall) of the 2001 NHL Entry Draft. Following the completion of the 2018–19 season with Metallurg Magnitogorsk, limited to just 24 games through injury, Platonov ended his 21-year professional career, with an interest to pursue coaching.

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* 1981 births Living people Ak Bars Kazan players Avangard Omsk players Metallurg Magnitogorsk players Milwaukee Admirals players Nashville Predators draft picks HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk players Salavat Yulaev Ufa players Russian ice hockey centres {{Russia-icehockey-centre-stub