Dwayne Roloson is a retired Canadian ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over 15 seasons. He began his professional career in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Worcester IceCats in 1994, before being called up to the NHL by the Calgary Flames in 1996.
Roloson played for several NHL teams throughout his career, including the Flames, Buffalo Sabres, Minnesota Wild, Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders, and Tampa Bay Lightning. He was known for his strong play in the playoffs, particularly during the Oilers' run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2006, where he posted a .927 save percentage and helped lead the team to within one game of winning the championship.
Throughout his career, Roloson was known for his athleticism and quick reflexes, as well as his ability to stay calm under pressure. He was also known for his work ethic and dedication to the game, often staying on the ice long after practices and games had ended to work on his skills.
In addition to his NHL career, Roloson also represented Canada in international competition, winning a gold medal at the 1995 World Championships and a silver medal at the 1996 World Cup of Hockey.
Roloson retired from professional hockey in 2012, after playing in over 600 NHL games and recording 227 wins, 257 losses, and 50 ties. He was widely respected by his peers and fans alike for his contributions to the game, and was known as a fierce competitor who always gave his best effort on the ice.
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