Cam Abbott
Canadian ice hockey player
Cameron Abbott (born October 24, 1983) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player, best known for his time with Luleå HF in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). He was the head coach of the AHL's Chicago Wolves from June 2024 until his dismissal in December 2025.
Playing career
Hailing from Sarnia, Ontario, Abbott played college hockey with Cornell University in the ECAC from 2002 to 2006. He began his professional career in 2006 with the Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs of the Central Hockey League. For the 2007–08 season, he moved overseas to join IF Frisk Asker Tigers in Norway's GET-ligaen. The following year, in 2008, he signed with Rögle BK of the Swedish Elitserien. After a strong campaign with Rögle, Abbott and his brother Chris both agreed to a two-year deal with Luleå HF.
Abbott spent a significant portion of his playing career alongside his twin brother, Chris, as the two shared the ice on several teams both in North America and Europe. After five successful seasons with Luleå HF, Abbott faced a turning point when Chris departed the club to sign with HV71. Rather than continue without his brother, Abbott decided to step away from the game, announcing his retirement from professional hockey on August 2, 2015.
Coaching career
Abbott served as the head coach of Rögle BK from 2017 to 2023.
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