Sami Kapanen
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Sami Kapanen, a Finnish ice hockey player, began his professional career in the Finnish SM-liiga with KalPa, a team based in his hometown of Kuopio. His early years in Finland showcased his potential as a forward, and his performances caught the attention of NHL scouts. In 1995, the Hartford Whalers selected him in the fourth round of the

Sami Kapanen, a Finnish ice hockey player, began his professional career in the Finnish SM-liiga with KalPa, a team based in his hometown of Kuopio. His early years in Finland showcased his potential as a forward, and his performances caught the attention of NHL scouts. In 1995, the Hartford Whalers selected him in the fourth round of the

Career Scoring Stats

NHL 1996-2008

Goals

189

Assists

269

Points

458

Plus/Minus

-30

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Career Timeline

1996-2003

Hartford Whalers (NHL)

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2003-2008

Philadelphia Flyers (NHL)

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Born Jun 14th, 1973

Height / Weight 5' 10" 185 lbs

Position R

Sweater # 24

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