Joe Dziedzic

Joseph Walter Dziedzic (born December 18, 1971) is an American former professional ice hockey left winger.

Joe Dziedzic was drafted in 1990 while playing for Edison High School in Minneapolis and was named Minnesota Mr. Hockey the same year.

Following high school, Dziedzic continued playing at the University of Minnesota for four seasons.

He spent his first pro seasons split between the NHL and AHL, but was forced into early retirement due to an eye injury.

His late sister, Kari Dziedzic, served as Majority Leader of the Minnesota Senate.