Sunrise (United States) (AFP) - Song Andong became the first Chinese-born player to be drafted into the National Hockey League when the New York Islanders chose the sturdy defenceman in the sixth round of the entry draft on Saturday.
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The Islanders took Song with the 172nd pick in the annual draft which showcases the best college and junior players from leagues in North America and Europe.