Dustin Penner

Ice hockey player, two-time Stanley Cup champion

Dustin Penner - Ice hockey player, two-time Stanley Cup champion
Born

September 28th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Professional ice hockey player competed in the NHL from 2006 to 2016. Played for several teams, including the Anaheim Ducks, Edmonton Oilers, and Los Angeles Kings. Achieved significant success during career, culminating in winning the Stanley Cup with the Ducks in 2007 and the Kings in 2012. Played as a forward, recognized for size and scoring ability on the ice.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007

Won the Stanley Cup with the Los Angeles Kings in 2012

Scored over 100 career goals in the NHL

Played for the Edmonton Oilers, contributing to team offense

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