Daniel Paille

Ice hockey player, 2011 Stanley Cup Champion

Daniel Paille - Ice hockey player, 2011 Stanley Cup Champion
Born

April 15th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a professional ice hockey player, primarily as a left winger. Spent major parts of career with the Boston Bruins and the Buffalo Sabres. Achieved recognition for performance in the National Hockey League (NHL). Contributed to the Bruins' success during the 2010-2011 season, culminating in a Stanley Cup championship.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2011

Played for the Buffalo Sabres from 2003 to 2009

Represented Canada in international competitions

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