Raffi Torres

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Raffi Torres - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

October 8th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a professional ice hockey player from 2000 to 2015. Represented teams including the New York Islanders, Columbus Blue Jackets, Edmonton Oilers, and the San Jose Sharks. Achieved a significant milestone by winning the Stanley Cup with the Los Angeles Kings in 2012. Played primarily as a left winger and known for a physical playing style.

Won Stanley Cup with Los Angeles Kings in 2012

Played for Edmonton Oilers in the 2006 Stanley Cup Finals

Represented multiple NHL teams throughout career

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