Daniel Cleary

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Daniel Cleary - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

December 18th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

Born in 1978, a Canadian professional ice hockey player played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for several teams, prominently on the Detroit Red Wings. Originating from Kingston, Ontario, played junior hockey with the Belleville Bulls. Drafted in 1997, played for the Chicago Blackhawks and the Edmonton Oilers before joining the Red Wings in 2005. Contributed significantly to the team's success, helping secure the Stanley Cup in 2008.

Winning the Stanley Cup with the Detroit Red Wings in 2008

Playing for the Chicago Blackhawks and Edmonton Oilers

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