Jan Rutta is a Czech professional ice hockey defenseman playing for the San Jose Sharks in the National Hockey League (NHL). Known for his exceptional defensive skills on the ice, Rutta has played for the Tampa Bay Lightning, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL.
He started his journey in his homeland where he honed his skills, playing with Piráti Chomutov during the 2012–13 season. Rutta showcased his impressive defensive skills during his tenure with Chomutov. In 2017, his professional journey took a significant turn, joining the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL. He did well in the training camp of the Blackhawks, and earned a spot in the opening night roster for the 2017-18 season. Rutta quickly made his impact in the league, scoring his first NHL goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs on 9 October that year. He scored 6 goals and assisted 14 goals during his rookie season.
Due to his impact, the Blackhawks extended his contract in March 2018. He again showcased his great offensive abilities the following year and contributed 14 assists in 57 games. He was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the following year. One of the significant moments came in his NHL career when he contributed to the two consecutive Stanley Cups for the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020 and 2021 respectively. However, he was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins soon after. However, his journey with the Penguins was short lived as he was traded to the San Jose Sharks.
Jan Rutta Stanley Cup Wins/Stanley Cup Rings History-
In January 2019, Rutta was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning where he quickly solidified his status and contributed to their Stanley Cup wins. In the 2020-2021 season, Rutta's defensive skills and puck-moving abilities were evident during the playoffs. His presence in the team helped the Tampa Bay Lightning scale through the rounds where they defeated the Dallas Stars to win the prestigious Stanley Cup.
The following season, Rutta again proved himself and his performance reached new heights. His solid defensive play and positioning strategy were impressive. The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the strong Montreal Canadiens and won the Stanley Cup for the second consecutive season.
How many Stanley Cups has Jan Rutta won?
Jan Rutta has secured two consecutive Stanley Cups for the Tampa bay Lightning (in 2020 and 2021). Rutta earned a significant place among the elite players in the league.
His Stanley Cup wins are summarized below:
| Years | Team | Opponent Team |
| 2020 | Tampa Bay Lightning | Dallas Stars |
| 2021 | Tampa Bay Lightning | Montreal Canadiens |
FAQ's On Jan Rutta Stanley Cup Wins/ Stanley Cup Rings
A. Jan Rutta has won back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships with the Tampa Bay Lightning (in 2020 and 2021).
A. Jan Rutta is currently playing for the San Jose Sharks.
A. Jan Rutta contributed to the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stanley Cup victory for two consecutive years in 2020 and 2021.
A. Jan Rutta is a Czech national. Notably, he was born in Czechoslovakia.
A. Jan Rutta was an undrafted player, he completed his training camp with the Chicago Blackhawks, earning a spot in the opening night roster for the 2017-18 season.
