Tuomo Ruutu

Finnish ice hockey player and coach

Tuomo Ruutu - Finnish ice hockey player and coach
Born

February 16th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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A former professional ice hockey player, played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams including the Chicago Blackhawks and the Carolina Hurricanes. Also contributed as a coach after retirement from playing. Represented Finland in international competitions, earning accolades at the IIHF World Championships and the 2006 Winter Olympics.

Played for Chicago Blackhawks and Carolina Hurricanes

Competed in the 2006 Winter Olympics

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