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Ozzy Wiesblatt

Ozzy Wiesblatt is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who plays as a right winger for the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League (NHL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ozzy Wiesblatt is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who plays as a right winger for the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League (NHL). Born in Calgary, Alberta, he was selected 31st overall by the San Jose Sharks in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft and later made his NHL debut with Nashville in January 2025.

Early life

Ozzy Wiesblatt was born in Calgary, Alberta, and grew up in Canada. Public player profiles list him as a Canadian-born hockey player from Calgary.

Junior career

Wiesblatt played major junior hockey in the Western Hockey League, including with the Prince Albert Raiders. His junior production helped establish him as a first-round NHL prospect.

Professional career

The San Jose Sharks selected Wiesblatt 31st overall in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. He later joined the Nashville Predators organization in a trade for Egor Afanasyev in June 2024 and debuted in the NHL in January 2025.

Playing style and position

Wiesblatt is primarily identified as a right winger who shoots right. Player listings also note that he has been used at center in some profiles.

Key facts

  • Wiesblatt was born in Calgary, Alberta, on March 9, 2002.
  • He was drafted in the first round, 31st overall, by the San Jose Sharks in 2020.
  • He was traded from San Jose to the Nashville Predators on June 23, 2024, for Egor Afanasyev.
  • He made his NHL debut with Nashville on January 3, 2025.
  • He is listed as a right winger and shoots right.
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Canadian context

Wiesblatt is a Canadian-born player from Calgary, Alberta, and is part of the pipeline of Canadian talent reaching the NHL.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ozzy Wiesblatt?
He is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who plays for the Nashville Predators in the NHL.
When was Ozzy Wiesblatt born?
He was born on March 9, 2002.
Which team drafted Ozzy Wiesblatt?
The San Jose Sharks drafted him 31st overall in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.
When did he make his NHL debut?
He made his NHL debut with the Nashville Predators on January 3, 2025.
What position does he play?
He is listed primarily as a right winger and shoots right.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ozzy_Wiesblatt
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, position, draft details, trade to Nashville, and NHL debut.
  2. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/predators/player/ozzy-wiesblatt-8482103
    Supports: Current team, birth details, shooting hand, draft information, and trade to Nashville.
  3. NHLPA — https://www.nhlpa.com/player/5091/ozzy-wiesblatt/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, position, team, height/weight, and draft selection.
  4. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/201810/ozzy-wiesblatt
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, position, shooting hand, physical profile, and draft selection.
  5. NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/predators/news/wiesblatt-says-being-recalled-to-preds-a-dream-come-true-2025-01-02
    Supports: Recollection to Nashville and context leading into his NHL debut.