Jay Beagle

Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion

Jay Beagle - Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion
Born

October 16th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A professional ice hockey player, primarily played as a center. Started career with the Vancouver Canucks after being signed in 2018, following a successful tenure with the Washington Capitals. Contributed to the Capitals' victory in the 2018 Stanley Cup, marking a significant milestone in franchise history. Prior to his NHL career, played in the American Hockey League (AHL) and Canadian junior hockey.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals in 2018

Played for the Vancouver Canucks

Competed in the American Hockey League

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