Yanni Gourde

Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Yanni Gourde - Ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

December 15th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A professional ice hockey player achieved significant success in the National Hockey League (NHL). Played for the Tampa Bay Lightning, contributing to the team's championship triumph in the 2020 Stanley Cup. Prior to joining the NHL, developed skills and recorded impressive statistics with the Boston University Terriers. Also represented Canada in international competitions.

Won the Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020

Played for the Boston University Terriers

Represented Canada in international hockey events

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