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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