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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