Jay Bouwmeester
Ice Hockey Player, Olympic Gold Medalist
Born
September 27th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams including the Florida Panthers, St. Louis Blues, and Calgary Flames. Achieved significant success in the NHL, including a Stanley Cup championship with the St. Louis Blues in 2019. Represented Canada in international competitions, winning a gold medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. Recognized for contributions to the game and longevity in a demanding position.
Won the Stanley Cup with the St. Louis Blues in 2019
Secured a gold medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics
Played over 1,000 NHL games
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