Jake Guentzel

Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup champion

Jake Guentzel - Ice hockey player and Stanley Cup champion
Born

October 6th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional ice hockey player, played as a left winger for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL. Achieved significant success early in the career, contributing to the Penguins' Stanley Cup victories in 2016 and 2017. Gained recognition for scoring critical goals in important playoff games, showcasing offensive talent. Completed a standout NCAA career at the University of Nebraska Omaha before transitioning to the NHL.

Won Stanley Cups with Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and 2017

Scored 13 goals in the 2017 playoffs

Selected for the NHL All-Star Game in 2022

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