Miikka Kiprusoff
Ice hockey player, Calgary Flames goaltender
Born
October 26th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Finland
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Played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League. Achieved significant success with the Calgary Flames, including leading the team to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2004. Earned the Vezina Trophy as the league's best goaltender in 2006. Established numerous franchise records during tenure with the Flames and was recognized as a key player in the team's history. Retired from professional hockey in 2013 after a distinguished career.
Led Calgary Flames to the 2004 Stanley Cup Finals
Won the Vezina Trophy in 2006
Retired as the Flames' all-time leader in several goaltending categories
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