T.J. Oshie

NHL Forward: Washington Capitals

Career Highlights: Washington Capitals right winger T.J. Oshie is best recognized for his outstanding play in a shootout as a member of the United States Olympic hockey team in the 2014 Winter Olympics. In a preliminary-round game against Russia, Oshie was repeatedly selected by USA Head Coach Dan Bylsma to participate in the shootout that ultimately resulted in a 3-2 American victory. Oshie converted four of six shot attempts including the game winner in the 8^th round of the shootout. A ten-year veteran of the St. Louis Blues, Oshie has played the past three seasons with the Capitals. A fan favorite due to his fast and energetic style of play, Oshie has played in 658 regular season games, with 185 goals, 273 assists and 458 career points. In addition to playing on the 2014 U.S. Olympic team, Oshie has played on three U.S. Men’s National Teams and one U.S. National Junior Team. In college at the University of North Dakota, Oshie played for three seasons (2005-08) where he was a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award and was named to the AHCA West All-America First Team and All-WCHA First Team.