Christmas Day marks a unique occasion for a select group of NHL players, with only 13 born on this holiday. Among them are three former Pittsburgh Penguins who, despite sharing the same birthday, never played together.

Dmitri Mironov, born in 1965, had a notable career, including a Stanley Cup win with the Detroit Red Wings. Stu Barnes, born in 1970, was a top draft pick and enjoyed a standout season with the Penguins. Mark Friedman, the only active player born on Christmas, recently transitioned to the Vancouver Canucks.