Eric Fehr
Ice hockey player, 2018 Stanley Cup winner
A Canadian ice hockey player, contributed significantly to professional ice hockey over a decade-long career. Played for multiple teams in the National Hockey League (NHL), most notably the Washington Capitals and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Achieved recognition for skillful play and reliable performance in key games. Helped guide the Pittsburgh Penguins to victory in the 2018 Stanley Cup Finals, securing the championship and solidifying a notable career in the sport.
Won the Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2018
Drafted by the Washington Capitals in 2003 NHL Draft
Scored key goals during NHL playoffs
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Johannes Zukertort
Chess player and journalist, notable matches
Born
September 7th, 1842 183 years ago
Died
June 20th, 1888 138 years ago — 45 years old
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Australian poet and author of 'The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke'
Born
September 7th, 1876 149 years ago
Died
June 22nd, 1938 88 years ago — 61 years old
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English politician, 6th Baron De La Warr
Born
September 7th, 1395 630 years ago
Died
August 27th, 1450 575 years ago — 54 years old
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English actor in 'Lawrence of Arabia'
Born
September 7th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
October 20th, 1989 36 years ago — 76 years old
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Co-founder of Hewlett-Packard
Born
September 7th, 1912 113 years ago
Died
March 26th, 1996 30 years ago — 83 years old
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Continue ReadingDaniel Inouye
U.S. Senator and Medal of Honor recipient
Born
September 7th, 1924 101 years ago
Died
December 17th, 2012 13 years ago — 88 years old
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