Mathieu Garon

Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion

Mathieu Garon - Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion
Born

January 9th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League, representing teams such as the Los Angeles Kings, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Edmonton Oilers. Contributed to the success of the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2008 Stanley Cup Playoffs, leading the team to a championship victory. Also represented Canada internationally, participating in events like the World Championships.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2009

Competed in the NHL for multiple teams including the Kings and Oilers

Participated in the IIHF World Championships for Canada

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