Bobby Ryan

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Bobby Ryan - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

March 17th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in the NHL, primarily with the Anaheim Ducks, Ottawa Senators, and New Jersey Devils. Selected second overall in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. As a member of the Ducks, contributed to the team's victory in the 2007 Stanley Cup. Represented the United States in international competitions, including the Winter Olympics and World Championships.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007

Played in multiple NHL All-Star Games

Scored over 300 career goals in the NHL

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