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'NHL 2K11' cover star revealed

Ryan Kesler, star two-way forward for the Vancouver Canucks and 2010 Winter Olympics hero, is to be featured as the cover athlete and spokesman for the upcoming video game, 'NHL 2K11'.

Kesler, a vital member of the upstart 2010 U.S. Olympic hockey team, captured the collective attention of sports fans around the world with his gritty and awe-inspiring performance, and will now look to bring the same electrifying play to 'NHL 2K11'.
 
“Having the opportunity to participate in the Olympics and play in front of my home crowd was one of the best experiences of my life. To now be chosen as the next cover athlete for 'NHL 2K11' is another dream come true,” said Kesler, alternate captain for the Vancouver Canucks.

“It was awesome to work with 2K Sports last year on the 'NHL 2K10' commercial shoot and the outdoor motion capture session on the Las Vegas strip was incredible to be a part of. I’m looking forward to having just as much fun again, and helping them make another great hockey game this year.”

“Ryan is one of the most talented and exciting players to watch in the NHL today and his popularity has grown exponentially since the recent success of Team USA at the Winter Olympics,” said Greg Thomas of developers 2K.

“We’re thrilled to have him represent 'NHL 2K11' and wish him the best of luck through the rest of this season."