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Aug 03, 1972 Sigulda, Sigulda Municipality, Latvia 51 years old
Latvian ice hockey player
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About Sandis Ozoli
- Sandis Ozolinš (born August 3, 1972), commonly spelled Sandis Ozolinsh in North America, is a Latvian former professional ice hockey player and coach.
- During his career in North America, Ozolinš was a seven-time NHL All-Star, Stanley Cup champion (as a member of the 1995-1996 Colorado Avalanche), and Norris Trophy finalist.
- He is also the all-time leader for goals, assists, points and games played by a Latvian in the NHL and holds several Colorado Avalanche and San Jose Sharks franchise records.
- Ozolinš also was the highest paid sportsman in Latvian history, before NBA basketball player Andris Biedrinš succeeded him in 2008.
- He became the head coach of Dinamo in 2017. Ozolinš was drafted in the 1991 NHL Entry Draft by the San Jose Sharks as the 8th pick of the 2nd round, 30th overall.
- He played for the Sharks, Colorado Avalanche, Carolina Hurricanes, Florida Panthers, Mighty Ducks of Anaheim and New York Rangers.
- He is often considered a prototype "offensive defenseman," becoming heavily involved in his team's offense and scoring opportunities. In 2014 Ozolinš was awarded Order of the Three Stars for his long-standing contributions to Latvian ice hockey and sports.
