Valtteri Filppula

Ice Hockey Player; Stanley Cup Champion

Valtteri Filppula - Ice Hockey Player; Stanley Cup Champion
Born

March 20th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

Links & References

Competed in professional ice hockey during a career spanning multiple NHL teams. Achieved significant success with the Detroit Red Wings, contributing to the team's victory in the 2008 Stanley Cup. Played crucial roles for teams including the Tampa Bay Lightning and Philadelphia Flyers. Represented Finland in international competitions, securing a silver medal in the 2006 Winter Olympics.

Won the Stanley Cup with Detroit Red Wings in 2008

Competed in the 2006 Winter Olympics with Finland

Played for Tampa Bay Lightning and Philadelphia Flyers

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