Nikolai Khabibulin

Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion

Nikolai Khabibulin - Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion
Born

January 13th, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Played professional ice hockey as a goaltender. Started career in the Russian leagues before moving to the NHL. Played for several teams, including the Winnipeg Jets, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Chicago Blackhawks. Achieved notable success with the Lightning, winning the Stanley Cup in 2004. Also represented the Russian national team in international competitions.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2004

Played for the Chicago Blackhawks

Represented Russia in the World Championships

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