Chris Pronger
Ice hockey defenseman and Stanley Cup Champion
Born
October 10th, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player, primarily played as a defenseman. Spent significant parts of career with the St. Louis Blues, Anaheim Ducks, and Philadelphia Flyers. Achieved recognition for strong defensive skills and leadership on the ice. Won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007, and was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's Most Valuable Player in 2000. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015.
Won Stanley Cup with Anaheim Ducks in 2007
Awarded Hart Memorial Trophy in 2000
Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015
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