Antti-Jussi Niemi

Finnish ice hockey player with NHL career

Antti-Jussi Niemi - Finnish ice hockey player with NHL career
Born

September 22nd, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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A professional ice hockey player from Finland, played as a goaltender. Niemi began his career in the Finnish leagues before moving to the NHL, where he played for teams such as the Chicago Blackhawks. The highlight of the career included winning the Stanley Cup with the Blackhawks in 2010. After his time in the NHL, continued to play professionally in Europe.

Won the Stanley Cup with Chicago Blackhawks in 2010

Played for the San Jose Sharks and the Dallas Stars

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