Tim O'Connell

Tim O'Connell
Born	(1953-10-26) October 26, 1953 Chicago, IL, USA
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight	165 lb (75 kg; 11 st 11 lb)
Position	Right Wing Defense
Played for	San Diego Mariners (WHA)
NHL draft	124th overall, 1973 Buffalo Sabres
Playing career	1976–1977

Tim O'Connell (born October 26, 1953) is an American former professional ice hockey player. He was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League in the eighth round, 124th overall, of the 1973 NHL Entry Draft; however, he never played in that league. He played 16 games in the World Hockey Association with the San Diego Mariners in the 1976–77 season. O'Connell was born in Chicago, Illinois, but grew up in Cohasset, Massachusetts.

A standout hockey player for the University of Vermont Catamounts from 1972–76, O'Connell ranks third all-time in points 234. He is second all-time in goals scored (99), and third in assists (135).

O'Connell's brother Mike played in the NHL with the Chicago Black Hawks, Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins. His father, Tommy, played in the National Football League with the Chicago Bears and Cleveland Browns, as well as in the American Football League with the Buffalo Bills.

Awards and honors

Award	Year
All-ECAC Hockey First Team	1974–75
AHCA East All-American	1974–75

External links

• Tim O'Connell career statistics at The Internet Hockey Database