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Sami
Helenius
Defense
Birthdate
22/1/1974
Birthplace
Helsinki, FIN
Draft Info
1992: Rd 5, Pk 102 (CGY)
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Birthdate
22/1/1974
Birthplace
Helsinki, FIN
Draft Info
1992: Rd 5, Pk 102 (CGY)
Position
Defense
Career History
Chicago Blackhawks
2002*-2003 (1 Season)
Dallas Stars
2000-2002* (3 Seasons)
Colorado Avalanche
1999-2000 (1 Season)
Tampa Bay Lightning
1998*-1999 (1 Season)
Calgary Flames
1996-1997, 1998-1998* (2 Seasons)
NHL News
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Greg Wyshynski examines Connor McDavid's future with the Oilers after being eliminated by the Ducks.
Can Brandon Hagel keep the Tampa Bay Lightning alive?
After authoring the first Gordie Howe hat trick in franchise playoff history, the winger is critical to forcing a Game 7.
NHL teams' offseason keys, including free agency, draft needs
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Stanley Cup playoffs 2026: Bracket, schedule, scores, news
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
Flyers visit the Hurricanes to open the second round
Philadelphia Flyers (43-27-12, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (53-22-7, in the Metropolitan Division)
Connor McDavid says Oilers, ousted by Ducks, were 'average'
Star center Connor McDavid said the Oilers, ousted in the first round of the playoffs by the Ducks on Thursday night, "were an average team all year."
