Antoine Vermette

Canadian ice hockey player with Cup win

Antoine Vermette - Canadian ice hockey player with Cup win
Born

July 20th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1982, one played as a centerman in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams including the Ottawa Senators, Phoenix Coyotes, and Chicago Blackhawks. Achieved significant success during time with the Blackhawks, winning the Stanley Cup in 2015. Known for strong faceoff skills and contributions in playoff situations, one was also part of the Senators team that reached the Eastern Conference Finals in 2007. One retired from professional hockey after the 2018 season, concluding a career that spanned over a decade.

Won the Stanley Cup with Chicago Blackhawks in 2015

Played in the Eastern Conference Finals with Ottawa Senators in 2007

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