Rene Bourque

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Rene Bourque - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

December 10th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1981, a Canadian ice hockey player competed in the NHL primarily as a winger. Played for teams including the Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames, and Montreal Canadiens. Won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks during the 2012-2013 season. Known for contributions to playoff teams and ability to score crucial goals.

Won the Stanley Cup with Chicago Blackhawks in 2013

Scored 155 career goals in the NHL

Played in over 600 NHL games

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