About Jim Slater

James Parker Slater (born December 9, 1982) is an American professional ice hockey center who is currently playing for HC Fribourg-Gottéron of the National League (NL). He previously played for Genève-Servette HC. His father, Bill Slater, was a defensive lineman in the NFL for the Minnesota Vikings and the New England Patriots. He spent his entire NHL career with the Atlanta Thrashers/Winnipeg Jets organization.