Ron Hainsey
Ice Hockey Defenseman, Stanley Cup Champion
Born
March 24th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An ice hockey defenseman, played for several NHL teams, including the Atlanta Thrashers, Winnipeg Jets, Carolina Hurricanes, Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hainsey's professional career spanned over 16 seasons in the NHL. He achieved notable success with the Pittsburgh Penguins, contributing to their 2017 Stanley Cup victory. Hainsey also represented the United States in international play, participating in the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Won the Stanley Cup with Pittsburgh Penguins in 2017
Played in the NHL for over 16 seasons
Represented the United States at the 2006 Winter Olympics
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