Blake was known for his physical play and his ability to play both ends of the ice. He was a strong skater and had a powerful shot from the point. He was also a great leader and was named captain of the Kings in 1996. He was a key part of the Kings' run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1993 and was a major contributor to the team's success.
Blake was traded to the Colorado Avalanche in 2001 and went on to win the Stanley Cup with them in 2001. He was also a member of Team Canada in the 2002 Winter Olympics, where he won a gold medal. After his time with the Avalanche, Blake returned to the Kings in 2006 and served as captain until his retirement in 2010.
Throughout his career, Blake was a consistent presence on the ice and was one of the most respected players in the league. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2014 and his number 4 was retired by the Kings in 2015. Rob Blake is one of the greatest players in NHL history and his legacy will live on for many years to come.
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