Antti Miettinen is a retired Finnish professional ice hockey player who played as a right winger. He began his professional career in 1998 with the Finnish team, Tappara, where he played for four seasons before moving to the Swedish team, Luleå HF, in 2002. Miettinen played for Luleå for two seasons before moving to North America to play in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Miettinen signed with the Dallas Stars in 2006 and played for the team for two seasons. He then signed with the Minnesota Wild in 2008 and played for the team for three seasons. In 2011, Miettinen was traded to the Winnipeg Jets, where he played for one season before returning to Europe to play for the Swiss team, Lausanne HC.
Throughout his career, Miettinen was known for his versatility and ability to play in different positions. He was also known for his strong defensive skills and his ability to contribute to the team's offense. Miettinen was a reliable player who was often used in important situations, such as penalty killing and power plays.
Miettinen represented Finland in international competitions, including the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy, where he helped Finland win a silver medal. He also played in the 2004 World Cup of Hockey and the 2005 and 2007 IIHF World Championships.
After retiring from professional hockey in 2014, Miettinen became a coach and worked with the Finnish team, Tappara, where he began his professional career. He also worked as a scout for the NHL's Nashville Predators.
Overall, Antti Miettinen had a successful hockey career, playing in the NHL and representing Finland in international competitions. He was known for his versatility, strong defensive skills, and ability to contribute to the team's offense. After retiring from playing, Miettinen continued to work in hockey as a coach and scout.
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