Olli Maatta

Born:August 22, 1994Draft:2012 Penguins #22 Overall
Hometown:Jyväskylä, FinlandPosition:D
Known For:2x Stanley CupShoots:Left
National Team:FinlandCurrent Team:Detroit Red Wings

Olli Määttä (born 22 August 1994) is a Finnish professional ice hockey defenceman for the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round, 22nd overall, in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. Määttä has also played for the Chicago Blackhawks. He also won two Stanley Cups with the Penguins in 2016 and 2017.

Määttä was the first overall selection in the 2011 Canadian Hockey League Import Draft, and played for the Finnish junior team at the 2011 IIHF World U18 Championships and the 2011, 2012 and 2013 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships. Known for his shot-blocking ability and hockey IQ, Määttä was named to Finland’s roster for the 2014 Winter Olympics as a 19-year-old.

Olli Maatta Chicago Blackhawks
Olli Maatta, Chicago Blackhawks (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Olli Maatta Statistics

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Achievements

  • World Championship Silver Medal (2021)
  • World Championship Top 3 Player on Team Finland (2021)
  • 2x Stanley Cup Champion (Penguins – 2016, 2017)
  • Olympic Bronze Medal (2014)
  • 2x OHL Champion (2012, 2013)
  • OHL First All-Rookie Team (2012)
  • U18 WJC Top 3 Player on Team Finland (2011)
  • U20 SM-liiga Champion (2011)
  • Jr. B 1 Divisioona Silver Medal (2010)
  • U16 Pohjola Camp Roster (JYP) (2009)

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