Ruslan Fedotenko

Ukrainian ice hockey player

Ruslan Fedotenko - Ukrainian ice hockey player
Born

January 18th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ukraine

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A professional ice hockey player from Ukraine, who played in the NHL and represented multiple teams during his career. Achieved notable success with the Tampa Bay Lightning, winning the Stanley Cup in 2004. Played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, contributing to their 2009 Stanley Cup victory. Represented Ukraine in international competitions, showcasing talent on a global stage.

Won the Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay Lightning in 2004

Contributed to Pittsburgh Penguins' Stanley Cup win in 2009

Competed internationally for Ukraine in ice hockey

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