Phil Housley
Ice hockey player and coach with NHL success

Born
March 9th, 1964
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League for 21 seasons. Teams included the Buffalo Sabres, Winnipeg Jets, and New Jersey Devils. Achieved All-Star status and contributed to the U.S. national team winning the silver medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics. Transitioned to coaching, leading teams in various capacities including at the youth and professional levels.
Won a silver medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics
Played for the Buffalo Sabres and was an NHL All-Star
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