Hockey Players who Played for Jets and Panthers
My guess is you’ve searched this page out because you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
If I’m right, that also means that today’s grid is asking for players who have played for both the Winnipeg Jets and the Florida Panthers.
And, I’m also guessing that you’re a little stuck on this particular square and you’re looking for a little help to keep your grid immaculate. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, I’m here to help.
I’ve already done the research and have put together a list of well-known stars along with some more “under-the-radar” players that could land you a low rarity score.
Olli Jokinen
Olli Jokinen began his NHL career when he was selected by the Los Angeles Kings as the 3rd overall pick in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft. However, it was with the Panthers that Jokinen truly came into his own, serving as the team’s captain and becoming their all-time leading scorer during his tenure.
After Florida, Jokinen played for several other NHL teams, including the Phoenix Coyotes, Calgary Flames, New York Rangers, Winnipeg Jets, Nashville Predators, Toronto Maple Leafs, and St. Louis Blues. Throughout his career, he was known for his consistency in scoring, with multiple seasons registering over 50 points.
In addition to his NHL contributions, Jokinen had a distinguished international career representing Finland. He participated in various World Championships, World Cup of Hockey tournaments, and Olympic Games, often playing crucial roles for the Finnish national team.
Jokinen Key Stats
- 50+ Assist Season (Panthers)
Gord Murphy
Gord Murphy, a retired Canadian defenseman, began his NHL career after being drafted in the ninth round, 189th overall, by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 1985 NHL Entry Draft. Following three seasons in the Ontario Hockey League with the Oshawa Generals, Murphy debuted professionally with the Flyers’ AHL affiliate, the Hershey Bears, in the 1987-88 season.
He then joined the Flyers in the 1988-89 season. After over three seasons in Philadelphia, Murphy was traded to the Boston Bruins. He was later picked by the Florida Panthers in the 1993 NHL Expansion Draft, where he played for six seasons before being traded to the Atlanta Thrashers in the 1999 NHL Expansion Draft.
Over the course of his NHL career, Murphy played in 863 games, scoring 85 goals and adding 238 assists. He also appeared in 53 Stanley Cup playoff games, contributing three goals and 16 assists. Murphy was also part of the 1996 Florida Panthers team that won the Eastern Conference before losing in the Stanley Cup Finals.
