Ryan McDonagh

Ice Hockey Defenseman, Stanley Cup Champion

Ryan McDonagh - Ice Hockey Defenseman, Stanley Cup Champion
Born

June 13th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional ice hockey defenseman, achieved significant milestones during tenure in the NHL. Drafted 12th overall by the New York Rangers in 2007. Served as team captain and contributed to a successful playoff run, culminating in a trip to the Stanley Cup Final in 2014. In 2018, traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning, winning the Stanley Cup in 2020. Represented the United States in international competitions, including the World Championships and the Winter Olympics.

Winning the Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020

Captaining the New York Rangers

Competing in the Winter Olympics

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