Matt Cooke
Ice Hockey Player; NHL Champion
Born
September 7th, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played in the NHL from 1997 to 2015, primarily as a left winger. Established a reputation as a gritty player with strong defensive skills. Contributed to the Pittsburgh Penguins' victory in the 2009 Stanley Cup Final. Played for several teams, including the Vancouver Canucks, Washington Capitals, and Minnesota Wild. Known for a playing style characterized by physicality and occasional controversial incidents.
Won the Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2009
Scored over 150 career goals in the NHL
Played in over 800 NHL games
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