The Resume

(June 23, 1962- )
Born in Uusikaupunki, Finland
Drafted 200th overall by the Quebec Nordiques in the 1981 NHL Entry Draft
Re-drafted 97th overall by the Minnesota North Stars in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft
Goaltender for the Minnesota North Stars (1985-90) and the Edmonton Oilers (1990-91)

Why he might be annoying:

He opted to re-enter the NHL Entry Draft when he couldn't reach a contract agreement with the Nordiques.
He was shuffled back and forth between the North Stars and the minors during his entire tenure with the team.
He played three separate stints with Ässät Pori of the Finnish league.
He is remembered by NHL fans for being part of a trade that was known as a punchline for fast food lovers.
He was traded to the Oilers for Bruce Bell, in what became known as the 'Takko Bell' trade (November 22, 1990).

Why he might not be annoying:

He was a serviceable backup to both Don Beaupre and Jon Casey in Minnesota.
He was a mainstay on the Finnish national team during the 1980's.
He later served as the director of European scouting with the relocated Dallas Stars franchise, following his retirement from active play.
He was acquired by the Oilers as an insurance policy to Bill Ranford, in wake of Grant Fuhr's suspension.
He didn't mind the attention he got in wake of the 'Takko Bell' trade.

Credit: Ricky

Featured in the following Annoying Collections:

• Dallas Stars
• Edmonton Oilers
• I am Finnish
• Ice Hockey Players
• Look at Me, I'm a Helmet Head
• Look At My Trading Card
• NHL Goaltenders
• Profiles 53751-54000 (Ranked: 53788)
• Ricky's Profiles [Series 36]

Year In Review:

In 2023, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
In 2022, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying