Matthew Murray is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the (National Hockey League) NHL. Initially selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, Murray set AHL records during his time with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. He made his NHL debut in the 2015–16 season and played a crucial role in the Penguins winning the Stanley Cup.
Murray continued his success in the 2016–17 season, earning a three-year contract with the Penguins. Over the years, he faced injuries and concussion issues but remained a prominent figure for the Penguins, achieving his 100th NHL win in 2019. In 2020, he was traded to the Ottawa Senators, signing a four-year contract extension.
After a series of events, including a brief stint with the Belleville Senators, Murray joined the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2022. Despite facing injuries, including bilateral hip surgery in 2023, he has showcased his goaltending skills for the Maple Leafs.
Matt Murray Stanley Cup Wins/ Stanley Cup Rings History-
In 2016, Matt Murray achieved his first Stanley Cup victory as the starting goaltender for the Penguins, replacing Marc-André Fleury during the playoffs. The following year in 2017, he made history by becoming the first goaltender to win back-to-back Stanley Cups as a rookie.
During the 2016 playoffs, Murray led the Penguins to their fourth Stanley Cup, posting an impressive .923 save percentage and 2.08 GAA. Despite facing competition from Fleury in the 2017 playoffs, Murray reclaimed the starting position, recording a shutout and securing the championship with a 6-0 win against the Nashville Predators. Murray's stellar performances contributed to the Penguins winning the Stanley Cup for the second consecutive season.
How many Stanley Cup Rings has Matt Murray won?
Matt Murray has won the Stanley Cup twice. He achieved back-to-back Stanley Cup victories with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and 2017.
Here’s a table summarizing Conor Sheary’s Stanley Cup wins:
| Year | Team | Opponent |
| 2016 | Pittsburgh Penguins | San Jose Sharks |
| 2017 | Pittsburgh Penguins | Nashville Predators |
FAQ's On Matt Murray Stanley Cup Wins/ Stanley Cup Rings
A. Matt Murray has won the Stanley Cup twice, in 2016 and 2017, both with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
A. Matt Murray made his NHL debut on December 19, 2015, in a game against the Carolina Hurricanes.
A. Matt Murray set AHL records during his time with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, including the longest shutout streak by not allowing any goals for 304 minutes and 11 seconds in the 2014–15 season.
A. Matt Murray faced injuries and concussion issues during the 2017–18 NHL season and the 2018–19 season.
A. Matt Murray joined the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2022, and he faced several injuries, including an adductor injury in October 2022 and bilateral hip surgery in October 2023, causing him to miss significant playing time.
