Jay Wells
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Jay Wells, a Canadian defenseman, embarked on his professional hockey journey when he was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the first round, 16th overall, of the 1979 NHL Entry Draft. Known for his rugged playing style and defensive prowess, Wells quickly became a staple on the Kings' blue line. His NHL debut came in the 1979-1980

Jay Wells, a Canadian defenseman, embarked on his professional hockey journey when he was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the first round, 16th overall, of the 1979 NHL Entry Draft. Known for his rugged playing style and defensive prowess, Wells quickly became a staple on the Kings' blue line. His NHL debut came in the 1979-1980

Career Scoring Stats

NHL 1980-1997

Goals

47

Assists

216

Points

263

Plus/Minus

-47

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Career Timeline

1980-1988

Los Angeles Kings (NHL)

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1989-1990

Philadelphia Flyers (NHL)

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1990-1992

Buffalo Sabres (NHL)

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1992-1995

New York Rangers (NHL)

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1996

St. Louis Blues (NHL)

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1997

Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL)

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Born May 18th, 1959

Age 65 years old

Height / Weight 6' 1" 210 lbs

Position D

Sweater #s 24 · 7 · 26

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