Claude Lemieux

Ice Hockey Player, 1995 Stanley Cup Champion

Claude Lemieux - Ice Hockey Player, 1995 Stanley Cup Champion
Born

July 16th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a professional ice hockey forward from 1982 to 2009. Contributed significantly to several NHL teams including the Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, and Colorado Avalanche. Played a key role in the New Jersey Devils' 1995 Stanley Cup victory. Recognized for consistent performance and ability to perform in clutch situations.

Won the 1995 Stanley Cup with the New Jersey Devils

Played for the Montreal Canadiens in the 1986 Stanley Cup championship

Named the 1995 Conn Smythe Trophy winner for playoff MVP

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