Matt Cooke

Ice Hockey Player; NHL Champion

Matt Cooke - Ice Hockey Player; NHL Champion
Born

September 7th, 1978
47 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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