Igor Larionov

Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup champion

Igor Larionov - Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup champion
Born

December 3rd, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Played professional ice hockey in the NHL and in international competitions. Played for teams including the Vancouver Canucks, Detroit Red Wings, and New Jersey Devils. Contributed to the Detroit Red Wings' championship victories in 1997 and 1998. Represented the Soviet Union in multiple international tournaments, including the Canada Cup.

Won three Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings

Played in the NHL All-Star Game multiple times

Competed in the Canada Cup and World Championships

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