Phil Housley

Ice hockey player and coach with NHL success

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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