RHD, Rochester Americans (AHL)
6’4” | 207 lbs.
2013 (1st round, 8th overall)
2013 (1st round, 8th overall)
- projects as all-situations, top pair NHL defender
- calm with puck, good poise and decision making
- strong skater, uses size and reach to advantage
- strong hitting game including classic hip check
- adds motion to power play, gets low shots through
Highlights:
- calm with puck, good poise and decision making
- strong skater, uses size and reach to advantage
- strong hitting game including classic hip check
- adds motion to power play, gets low shots through
Highlights:
- scored GWG for Finland at 2014 World Junior Championship
- awarded Best Defenseman and Tournament All-Star Team at 2014 WJC
- represented Finland at three WJCs (2012-14)
- signed NHL entry-level contract July 12, 2013
- scored first NHL goal Oct. 25, 2015 vs Jacob Markstom (FLA)