Jimmie Glenn Ölvestad (born February 16, 1980) is a Swedish former professional

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. He was drafted in the third round, 88th overall, by the

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in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft.

Playing career

Ölvestad had played three seasons in Sweden for Djurgårdens IF before coming to the

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in the 2001–02 season to play for the Lightning. After three seasons in North America, during which he appeared in 111 NHL games with the Lightning, Ölvestad returned to Djurgårdens IF during the

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. While the NHL resumed play in the 2005–06 season, Ölvestad decided to remain in Sweden. He made his 500th appearance for Djurgårdens IF against

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3 March 2012. On June 27, 2013, Ölvestad officially announced his retirement.

Personal life

He is the grandson of the former professional

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Lennart "Nacka" Skoglund.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

References

External links

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Ölvestad retires (Swedish)
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