Brendan Shanahan
Ice Hockey Player and Executive
Born
January 23rd, 1969
56 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played professional ice hockey in the NHL for teams including the New Jersey Devils, St. Louis Blues, Detroit Red Wings, and New York Rangers. Won three Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings in 1997, 1998, and 2002. After retiring from playing, transitioned to an executive role in hockey operations, contributing to league decisions and governance regarding player safety and rule changes.
Played for the Detroit Red Wings
Won three Stanley Cups
Served as an executive in NHL operations
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