Mikko Mäkelä

Mikko Mäkelä

Mikko Mäkelä was born on February 28th, 1965

Nationality: Finnish
Profession: Ice Hockey Player, Coach
Teams Played For: HIFK, Espoo Blues
Position: Defenseman
Height: 5 feet 11 inches
Weight: 190 pounds
Coaching Career: HIFK, Espoo Blues
Playing Career: 1982-2000

Finnish ice hockey legend who played and coached in the NHL, earning multiple awards and accolades, including the Stanley Cup. Known for his impressive playing career and successful coaching stints.

Timeline
1969
Born in Finland
Mikko Mäkelä was born on February 28, 1969, in Simpele, Finland.
1980
Began Ice Hockey Career
Mäkelä began his ice hockey career, playing for several teams in Finland and Sweden.
1990
Played in NHL
Mäkelä played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Los Angeles Kings and New York Islanders.
2000
Coached in Finland
Mäkelä coached several teams in Finland, including the Finnish national junior team.
2010
Coached in Sweden
Mäkelä coached teams in Sweden, including HV71 and Modo Hockey.
Mikko Mäkelä

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FAQ
What teams did Mikko Mäkelä play for?
Mikko Mäkelä played for several teams during his hockey career, including the Finnish national team, as well as teams in the Finnish Liiga and Swedish Hockey League.
How many goals did Mikko Mäkelä score in his career?
Mikko Mäkelä scored over 200 goals in his professional career, making him one of the top scorers in Finnish hockey history.
What awards has Mikko Mäkelä won?
Mikko Mäkelä has won several awards for his contributions to hockey, including being inducted into the Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2004.
How did Mikko Mäkelä get involved in hockey?
Mikko Mäkelä began playing hockey at a young age, inspired by his father who was a hockey coach. He went on to play for several junior teams before turning pro in the 1980s.
What has Mikko Mäkelä done since retiring from hockey?
Since retiring from hockey, Mikko Mäkelä has gone on to become a successful coach, leading several teams in the Finnish Liiga and serving as an assistant coach for the Finnish national team.

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