Matt Cullen
Ice Hockey Player with Stanley Cup Wins
Born
November 2nd, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played ice hockey in the National Hockey League (NHL) for several teams, including the Carolina Hurricanes, New York Rangers, and Pittsburgh Penguins. Played a key role in winning the Stanley Cup with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2006 and with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and 2017. Renowned for strong leadership and versatility on the ice, contributing both as a center and left winger throughout a lengthy career.
Won the Stanley Cup with Carolina Hurricanes in 2006
Won the Stanley Cup with Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and 2017
Selected for the NHL All-Star Game in 2016
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