Mario Lemieux is a former professional ice hockey player and owner of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Born in 1965 in Canada, Lemieux is considered one of the greatest players in NHL history. He spent his entire 17-season NHL career with the Penguins, leading them to two Stanley Cup championships. Despite battling health issues, including cancer, Lemieux's skill and perseverance on the ice earned him numerous accolades and a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame.