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What happened to Olli Jokinen?

Author

Matthew Wilson

Updated on February 27, 2026

Jokinen quietly ended his playing career after the 2014–15 season and began working as a trainer at a Florida-based hockey academy he started with former teammates Tomáš Vokoun and Radek Dvořák in August, 2016.

Are Jussi and Olli Jokinen related?

Jussi Petteri Jokinen (born April 1, 1983) is a Finnish former professional ice hockey forward. Jokinen is of no relation to former NHL player Olli Jokinen, but has a younger brother, Juho, who also plays hockey. During his NHL career, Jokinen was widely considered a shootout and faceoff specialist.

Has any NHL player played for every team?

J.J. Daigneault made his NHL debut in 1984 and played his final game during the 2000-01 season. Sillinger played 1,049 games over 17 seasons, but was traded nine times and suited up for 12 different teams.

What goalie played the most games?

Martin Brodeur
NHL Goalies ‑ All-Time Games Played Leaders

RkNameGP
1Martin Brodeur1266
2Roberto Luongo1044
3Patrick Roy1029
4Terry Sawchuk971

Are NHL players loyal?

Some players in the NHL are very loyal. They’ve been with their team through the good and the bad. They are the type of player who would take a pay cut if it meant it would make their franchise better. These players also do great charitable work around the community.

Who has the most years in the NHL?

Gordie Howe
Chris Chelios and Gordie Howe are tied for playing the most career seasons, with 26 seasons.

What happened to Jokinen Florida Panthers?

Florida ultimately traded Jokinen at the 2008 NHL Entry Draft; he was sent to the Phoenix Coyotes in exchange for Keith Ballard, Nick Boynton and a second-round draft pick. Jokinen left the Panthers as the franchise’s all-time leader in goals (188), assists (231) and points (419).

What happened to Jaromir Jokinen?

Jokinen was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins late in the 2012-13 season, and in the summer of 2014 he signed with the Florida Panthers. He spent three seasons with the Panthers before being signed as a free agent by the Oilers on July 7, 2018.

Who is Jannik Jokinen?

A smart, polished forward capable of winning a faceoff and playing on either side of center, Jokinen was a sixth-round draft pick (No. 192) by the Stars at the 2001 NHL Draft.

Who did juviel Jokinen play for?

Internationally, Jokinen has played for Finland on numerous occasions. He was an all-star and named best forward of the 1998 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, leading his nation to the gold medal.