Dustin Byfuglien (/ ˈ b ʌ f l ɪ n / BUFF-lin; [1] born March 27, 1985) is an American former professional ice hockey player. He played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Atlanta Thrashers, and Winnipeg Jets. Drafted as a defenseman, he played both forward and defense in his career, though he generally played defense in his later seasons.

Feb 14, 2023 · Dustin Byfuglien, in his prime, was a nightmare to play against. He was huge, strong, fast, and had a great hockey IQ. Nicknamed Big Buff, he was a key player for the Winnipeg Jets and, for several years, one of the best defensemen in the world.

On February 8, 2016, Byfuglien signed a five-year, 38-million-dollar contract extension that would keep him in Winnipeg until the end of the 2020-21 season. Less than three weeks before the 2019-20 season started, he was granted a personal leave of absence from the Jets.

Oct 17, 2022 · Atlanta Thrashers relocated just one year after Byfuglien’s move, and he stayed with the Winnipeg Jets for eight seasons. Everybody thought it would be more, and with his physical play style and ability to score crucial goals, he was a …

Jan 11, 2025 · Back in his playing days in the NHL, Byfuglien was a nightmare to play against thanks to his size and speed, but also his hockey IQ. While he hasn’t played in the big league since April 6, 2019, it was obvious that the fans in Winnipeg still …

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Eliteprospects.com hockey player profile of Dustin Byfuglien, 1985-03-27 Minneapolis, MN, USA USA. Most recently in the NHL with Winnipeg Jets. Complete player biography and stats.

Feb 3, 2022 · Dustin Byfuglien was a defensive menace who could change the entire game the second he set foot on the ice. A monster defender standing 6-foot-5, and weighing 260-pounds, he played a critical...

Mar 20, 2023 · Dustin Byfuglien (and to a lesser extent Patrik Laine), was a larger-than-life presence and carried himself outwardly with a physicality and gravitas that gave Winnipeg an identity. He was our bully pulpit and a defense against the anonymity of being a fan of an overlooked franchise.

Dustin Byfuglien played 14 seasons for the Jets and Blackhawks. He had 177 goals and 348 assists in 869 games. He won 1 Stanley Cup.