Dave Bolland
Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup champion
Born
June 5th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A professional ice hockey player from Canada, played as a center in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in 2004, contributed to the team's successes in several seasons. Gained recognition for performance during key playoff games, particularly in the 2010 Stanley Cup Final against the Philadelphia Flyers, where the Blackhawks secured their first championship in 49 years. Later joined the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Florida Panthers, continuing a career marked by contributions to team dynamics and playoff performances.
Winning the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2010
Scoring the winning goal in Game 6 of the 2010 Stanley Cup Final
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