48. Jokerit Best Players of All time

Brandon McNally

Helsingin Jokerit on vuonna 1967 perustettu helsinkiläinen jääkiekkoseura, jonka edustusjoukkue on ollut mukana Suomen pääsarja ja KHL-liigassa. Joukkueen historia kattaa menestyksekkaita ajanjaksoja sekä lukuisia voittoihin yltäneitä sesonkeja. Yhdistyksen juniorijoukkueet ovat olleet aktiivisesti mukana Suomessa pelatuissa sarjoissa jo useita vuosikymmeniöit

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1. Valtteri Filppula

Center

Valtteri Filppula

Filppula is a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Detroit Red Wings. He has also won a World Championship, and completed four seasons in Finland's top league, playing for HC Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) club Jokerit.

In 2016-17 he played 43 games for the Red Wings scoring nine goals and adding eleven assists for 20 points. Filppula was drafted by Detroit in 2001 after starring at HIFK of the Finnish Elite League (Liiga). 

After spending his first three NHL seasons developing in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he made his debut with Detroit during the 2005-06 season appearing in 34 games and recording six goals and ten assists for 16 points.

Before being traded to Florida on 1 February 2007 as part of a seven-player trade that saw Johan Franzen move from Detriot to Sunrise Beach hockey club FLA.

Filppula continued his development under then-head coach Mike Babcock winning a Calder Trophy as rookie of the year while playing alongside. Henrik Zetterberg who was voted third behind only Patrick Roy and Mario Lemieux when voting was conducted by members.

The Professional Hockey Writers Association at their annual awards dinner held at Toronto’s Sheraton Centre Nov 15th 2008 On 5 July 2009 it was announced by GM Ken Holland that Filppula had signed an 8-year $32 million contract extension with Detroit thru 2021-22.

Which tied him up until age 36 making him one of longest serving players on team along side Pavel Datsyuk & Nicklas Lidstrom At 38 years old Filppula scored two goals including game-winner.

Tampa Bay Lightning assisted by Gustav Nyquist giving Detroit its sixth straight playoff berth leading into their seventh title run starting next spring Valtteri Filppula.

Also Played For: detroit red wings

2. Teuvo Teräväinen

Left wing

Teuvo Teräväinen Career

  • NHL team: Carolina Hurricanes
  • Former teams: Jokerit
  • Chicago Blackhawks
  • National team: Finland
  • NHL Draft: 18th overall, 2012
  • Chicago Blackhawks

Teräväinen is a right winger who was drafted by the Hurricanes in the 3rd round of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. In 2017, he made his North American debut with Carolina and scored 11 goals and 21 points in 66 games.

His best season to date came in 2018-19 when he registered 27 goals and 56 points in 82 games for Carolina.

 Teräväinen has represented Finland at both junior level (2011–2013) and international competition (2014 World Juniors, 2015 IIHF World Championship).

He is signed through 2021-22 with Carolina, but has expressed interest in potentially playing overseas next season if an opportunity arises. 

Teräväinen is married to fellow Finnish hockey player Joonas Kemppainen and they have two children together - a son born in 2019 and a daughter born 2020 Teuvo Teräväinen is a left-handed shooter who has played in the NHL for the Chicago Blackhawks.

He was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in 2012, but he has also spent time with Jokerit and Chicago Blackhawks. 

As a member of Finland's national team, Teuvo Teräväinen has competed at two Olympic Games (2012 and 2016). In his career to date, TeuvoTeräväinen has scored 54 goals and added 107 assists for 169 points in 599 games played.

Also Played For: 2019–20 nhl season, 2018–19 nhl season

3. Teemu Selänne

Winger

Teemu Selänne Career

  • 1991–92: Jokerit
  • 1992–93: Winnipeg Jets
  • 1993–94: Winnipeg Jets
  • 1994–95: Jokerit
  • 1994–95: Winnipeg Jets
  • 1995–96: Winnipeg Jets
  • 1995–96: Mighty Ducks of Anaheim
  • 1996–97: Mighty Ducks of Anaheim

Selänne was one of the most dominant goal scorers in NHL history, recording over 600 goals and 1,500 points. Selänne is a two-time winner of the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's Most Valuable Player, as well as a five-time recipient of the Art Ross Trophy as the League's top scorer.

In 2007, Selänne was awarded Finland's highest civilian honor, The Order of Merit with Star First Class. 

Selänne announced his retirement from professional hockey on April 15th, 2017 after 17 seasons in the NHL with Anaheim Ducks and Nashville Predators. 

Teemu currently serves as an ambassador for the children’s charity "Kiima" which he founded together with childhood friend Sami Kapanen in 2013. 

In January 2018 it was announced that Teemu would be inducted into both the Hockey Hall of Fame and Finnish Sports Hall Of Fame during ceremonies held at Toronto Pearson International Airport on November 12th, 2018.

Also Played For: winnipeg jets, anaheim ducks

4. Jari Kurri

Right winger

Jari Kurri

Jari Kurri was a prolific scorer in the NHL, amassing over 900 points in 1,245 career games. Kurri was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2001 and is best known for his time with the Edmonton Oilers and Devils Milano.

He also played for Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, Colorado Avalanche and Finland's national team. Kurri retired from professional hockey following the 2006-07 season and now coaches youth hockey in Helsinki, Finland.

Jari Kurri was a prolific scorer in the NHL, amassing over 600 goals and 1,000 points. Known as "The Finnish Flash", Jari Kurri helped lead Edmonton to two Stanley Cup Finals appearances (1985 and 1987). 

He also played for Finland at four Winter Olympic Games, helping his country win silver medals in 1998 Nagano and 1994 Italy.

After retiring from the NHL in 1998, Jari Kurri spent several years coaching various teams in Finland before moving to North America full-time to coach the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL) in 2007. Jari Kurri is currently an assistant coach with Jokerit of the Finnish Elite League (Liiga).

Also Played For: edmonton oilers

5. Janne Niinimaa

Defenseman

Janne Niinimaa

Janne Niinimaa was born in 1975 in Raahe, Finland. He is 6'1" tall and weighs 220 pounds (100 kilograms). Niinimaa played defence for the Philadelphia Flyers, Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders, Dallas Stars and Montreal Canadiens over a 10-year NHL career.

His left shot helped him score 38 goals and add 116 assists for 158 points in 592 career games. Janne Niinimaa was drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 36th overall pick of the 1993 NHL Draft. Janne played for Jokerit, Kärpät, Luleå HF and NLA before joining HC Davos in Switzerland in 2013.

In his playing career, Janne scored over 200 points including 233 points with Jokerit from 1999 to 2002; 159 points with Kärpät from 2003 to 2006; and 89 points with Luleå HF from 2007 to 2010. 

He also represented Finland at several international tournaments such as World Championships (1999), Winter Olympics (2002) and World Junior Championships (1996).

After hanging up his skates, Janne became a head coach for Allsvenskan team Rapperswil-Jona Lakers where he led them to back-to-back championship titles in 2018 and 2019.

6. Steve Moses

Steve Moses

Moses was born in Leominster, Massachusetts on August 9th 1989. He played high school hockey for the Shattuck-St. Mary's Warriors and then attended Boston College where he played NCAA Division I hockey with the Eagles from 2007 to 2010.

Moses made his professional debut with the Albany Devils of the AHL in 2011 and had a breakout season, scoring 27 goals and 52 points in 73 games as a rookie pro player. In 2012-13, Moses moved up to join New Jersey's NHL team, the Devils, and continued his stellar play by

 scoring 24 goals (tied for second highest total on team) and 47 points en route to being named an Alternate Captain for 2013-14 campaign – his first full NHL season. 

Moses signed a six year contract extension with New Jersey at the end of 2014-15 which will keep him with the Devils until at least 2020-21.

Also Played For: kontinental hockey league

7. Brandon Kozun

Metallurg Magnitogorsk

Brandon Kozun Career

  • KHL team : Dinamo Minsk
  • Former teams : Toronto Maple Leafs, Jokerit, Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, Metallurg Magnitogorsk, HC Ambrì-Piotta
  • NHL Draft : 179th overall, 2009, Los Angeles Kings
  • Playing career : 2010–present

Brandon Kozun is a right wing in the KHL and has been playing professionally since 2008. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 2007, but never played for them as he was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes before their inaugural season.

He then spent two seasons with HC Sochi of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) before signing with SKA Saint Petersburg prior to the 2013-14 season. 

Brandon's most productive year statistically came during his time with SKA, where he registered 44 points (21 goals and 23 assists) in 54 games played.

After another successful year in 2014-15 which saw him score 37 points (19 goals and 18 assists), Kozun signed a three-year contract extension with Saint Petersburg at the end of that season which runs until 2018-19.

Injuries have hampered Brandon over recent seasons, limiting him to just 57 games played between 2015/16 and 2017/18 due to injuries including a broken foot which caused him to miss much of 2016/17.

Despite this injury history however, Kozun still managed 38 points (20 goals and 18 assists) last season - his highest total since tallying 50 points while playing for Sochi two years previously.

Also Played For: calgary hitmen, manchester monarchs

8. Petri Varis

Petri Varis

Petri Varis is a left wing player who has played for SM-l, Ässät, and Jokerit. He is known for his speed and scoring ability. He has represented Finland at international level.

In 2001, he was named the Finnish player of the year. Petri Varis is a two-time winner of the Finnish Championship (1998, 2000). He was also a member of the Finnish Olympic team that competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics.

Petri Varis retired from professional hockey in 2005. He now works as a hockey coach. Petri Varis is married and has two children. 

Petri Varis played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Kölner Haie, and ZSC Lions in the NHL before briefly returning to Finland to play for the Helsinki Red Devils in the National League.

Varis was drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the 1992 NHL Draft and played for them for six seasons before retiring in 1999. 

Varis was a two-time Finnish League MVP and a two-time All-Star. Varis was inducted into the Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006. Varis currently works as a hockey commentator for Finnish television.

Varis is married and has two children. Petri Varis is one of the most successful Finnish players in NHL history.

9. Otakar Janecký

Otakar Janecký

Otakar Janecký is a Czechoslovakian former professional ice hockey player. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks and the Chicago Blackhawks.

He also played in the World Hockey Association (WHA) for the Vancouver Blazers and the Calgary Flames. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006. Janecký was born in Pardubice, Czechoslovakia, in 1960.

He began playing hockey at an early age and quickly became a star player in the Czechoslovakian leagues. He was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the 1980 NHL Entry Draft. He spent most of his career with the Canadiens, playing in over 1,000 games.

He was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 1989 and then to the Chicago Blackhawks in 1992. He retired from professional hockey in 1998. Janecký is now a hockey commentator for Czech television. 

He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006. Janecký has two sons, Jakub and Jaromír, and two daughters, Eliška and Tereza.

10. Waltteri Immonen

Waltteri Immonen

Waltteri Immonen is a Finnish professional ice hockey player. He played with Jokerit of the Finnish Liiga from 1987 to 1994. He also played with HC Davos of the Swiss National League A from 1995 to 1998.

He then played with HC Davos of the Swiss National League B from 1999 to 2002. He then played with HC Sochi of the Russian Superleague from 2003 to 2006. He then played with HC Sochi of the Russian Superleague from 2007 to 2009.

He then played with HC Davos of the Swiss National League B from 2010 to 2013. He then played with HC Sochi of the Russian Superleague from 2014 to 2017. He then played with HC Sochi of the Russian Superleague from 2018 to present.

Waltteri Immonen is a Finnish defenceman who played for Jokerit for 13 seasons. He was a key player for the team and helped them win the Finnish championship in 1997 and 1999. Immonen was also a part of the Finnish team that competed in the 1996 and 2000 Olympics.

He played in both tournaments, but did not manage to win a medal. Immonen has had a successful playing career and has been recognised with several awards, including the Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame induction in 2006. He currently works as a scout for Jokerit.

11. Timo Turunen

Timo Turunen

Timo Turunen was born on April 8, 1948 in Kuusjärvi, Finland. He is 5'7" and weighs 153 pounds. He is a centre and is known for his left-handed shot. He played for Jokerit and HIFK in the Finnish Premier League.

He has played for the Finnish national team, and was a part of the team that won the silver medal at the 1988 Winter Olympics. He has also played for the Swedish national team. He retired from professional hockey in 1999.

He now works as a hockey commentator for Finnish television. Timo Turunen was born in 1967 in Turku, Finland. He played for Jokerit and Jäähonka in the Finnish Liiga before moving to Sweden to play for Elitserien side Södertälje SK.

Turunen made his international debut for Finland in 1988 and went on to earn over 100 caps, playing in the Euro 1992 and 1998 tournaments. 

He was also a part of the Finnish team that won the silver medal at the 1996 Olympic Games. After retiring from playing, Turunen became a football coach with his own team, Jokerit, in 2005.

He has since served as the head coach of Finland's U-17 and U-21 teams. Timo Turunen is married and has two children. He currently resides in Turku, Finland.

12. Henry Leppä

Henry Leppä

Henry Leppä was a talented forward who played for several clubs in Finland and abroad. He was part of the Finland team that won the silver medal at the 1974 World Cup.

Leppä later played for Dutch side Feyenoord Rotterdam and English side Manchester City. He retired from professional football in 1988. Leppä later served as the chairman of the Finnish Football Association.

He is currently a football commentator for Finnish television. Leppä was inducted into the Finnish Football Hall of Fame in 2005. He has two children, Sonja and Jouni. Henry Leppä is a passionate supporter of his native club, Helsinki IFK.

Henry Leppä was a professional hockey player who played for Jokerit and HC Lugano in the Finnish Liiga. Leppä also played for the Finnish national team, and was a part of the team that competed at the 1980 Winter Olympics. Leppä retired from professional hockey after the 1981–82 season.

Leppä was never drafted by an NHL team, and he ended his playing career without ever appearing in an NHL game. 

Leppä is currently a radio commentator for Jokerit. Leppä is a member of the Finnish Ice Hockey Hall of Fame. Leppä is also a successful businessman, and he owns a hockey school in his home country.

Leppä is a popular figure in Finnish hockey, and he is often referred to as the "Godfather of Finnish hockey." Leppä is currently in his seventies, and he is still active in the sport of hockey.

13. Teemu Pulkkinen

Teemu Pulkkinen

Teemu Pulkkinen began his professional hockey career in 2011 with Jokerit. Pulkkinen was drafted by the Nashville Predators in the 2nd round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, but he never played for the team.

Pulkkinen joined the KHL for the 2012-13 season and has been a consistent scorer for Jokerit. Pulkkinen is a left winger and is known for his powerful shot. 

Pulkkinen has represented Finland in various international tournaments, including the World Junior Championships, the World Championships, and the Olympics.

Pulkkinen is a two-time KHL champion and is looking to win a third championship this season. Pulkkinen is a restricted free agent this offseason and is expected to command a high salary. 

Pulkkinen is married and has two young children. Teemu Pulkkinen is considered to be one of the best players in the KHL and is a potential top-5 pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft.

14. Erik Karlsson

Erik Karlsson Career

  • 2006–07: Södertälje SK
  • 2006–07: Södertälje SK
  • 2007–08: Frölunda HC
  • 2009–10: Binghamton Senators
  • 2009–10: Ottawa Senators
  • 2010–11: Ottawa Senators
  • 2011–12: Ottawa Senators

Erik Karlsson is a two-time Norris Trophy winner as the NHL's best defenceman. He has also been a six-time all-star and three-time winner of the Ted Lindsay Award as the league's most valuable player on the ice for individual effort and leadership.

Karlsson has captained the Ottawa Senators to the playoffs in each of the past six seasons and back to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2017. 

He has also been named to the NHL All-Star Team six times and the Olympic Team for Sweden in 2018. Karlsson was born in Landsbro, Sweden, and played junior hockey with Djurgårdens IF.

He was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the first round, seventh overall, in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. Karlsson has been married to his wife Melker since November 2016. 

He has two children, Emilia (born August 2017) and Hugo (born December 2018). Karlsson is a two-time winner of the James Norris Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best defenceman.

Also Played For: ottawa senators, 2017–18 nhl season

15. Jarkko Ruutu

Jarkko Ruutu

Jarkko Ruutu is a world-renowned hockey player who has won many awards, including the Hart Memorial Trophy, which is awarded to the MVP of the NHL. 

Ruutu was born in Finland in 1975 and played his first season of professional hockey in the Finnish league, before moving to the NHL in 1997.

Ruutu has played for the HIFK Helsinki team since 1997, and he has been a part of the team's championship-winning squads in 2001 and 2002. 

Ruutu has also played for the Finnish national team, and he has won a gold medal at the World Championships in 2003. Ruutu is a right wing who shoots left and is known for his speed and agility on the ice.

Ruutu is one of the most consistent players in the NHL, and he is a key member of the Detroit Red Wings team. Ruutu has won numerous awards, including the Hart Memorial Trophy, which is awarded to the MVP of the NHL. 

Ruutu is married and has two children. Ruutu is a popular figure in the hockey world, and he is often seen attending charity events.

16. Sami Lepistö

Sami Lepistö

Lepistö started his career in Luleå HF, before joining Jokerit in 2007. Lepistö was a key part of the Jokerit defence during their championship-winning season in 2012.

He left Jokerit in 2013, and has since played for Kärpät, HIFK and JYP Jyväskylä. Lepistö has also played for Finland at international level, and was part of the team that won the silver medal at the 2014 World Hockey Championships.

Lepistö is a strong defender who is known for his physicality and shot-blocking. He is currently contracted to JYP Jyväskylä and is looking to help the team win their first Finnish championship. 

Lepistö is a popular player with fans, and has been awarded the Jari Kurri Award as the best defenceman in Finland in three consecutive seasons.

He is a member of the Finnish national team, and is looking to help them win the World Cup in 2020. Sami Lepistö is a key part of the JYP Jyväskylä defence, and is looking to help the team win their first Finnish championship.

17. Alex Grant

Alex Grant

Alex Grant is a defender with the Springfield Falcons of the American Hockey League (AHL). Grant was drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers in the 3rd round (86th overall) of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.

He has played in 219 career NHL games, scoring three goals and adding seventeen assists. Grant was traded to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for Dustin Byfuglien on February 2, 2016. Grant was signed as a free agent by the Columbus Blue Jackets on July 1, 2017.

Grant was traded to the Springfield Falcons on February 2, 2018. Grant has represented Canada at both the World Junior Championships and the World Championships. 

Grant is the son of former NHL player Grant Fuhr. Grant was born in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. Alex Grant is a Canadian goaltender who currently plays for the Pittsburgh Penguins of the NHL.

Grant was drafted by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft and spent three seasons with their AHL affiliate, the Norfolk Admirals. 

After being traded to the Arizona Coyotes, Grant appeared in 41 games for the team before being dealt to the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2013. Grant has been a regular in the Penguins' lineup since, appearing in over 600 games and posting a record of 367-253-68.

Grant has represented Canada at both the World Championships and the Olympics, winning a silver medal at the latter. Grant is a two-time Vezina Trophy finalist and was named to the NHL First All-Star Team in 2016. 

Grant is married to fellow hockey player Jenna Grant and the couple have two daughters. Grant is a member of the Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame and the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame. 

Alex Grant is considered one of the best goaltenders in the NHL and is a key player for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

18. Tomi Mäki

Tomi Mäki

Tomi Mäki was born on August 19th, 1983, in Helsinki, Finland. He is a centre midfielder who has played for clubs in Finland, Norway, England, and Spain.

Mäki has represented his country at various youth levels, and made his senior international debut in 2005. In June 2011, Mäki moved to English side Tottenham Hotspur, for a fee of £2.5 million.

Mäki won the Premier League title with Tottenham in 2014. He left Spurs in the summer of 2016, and has since played for Spanish side Valencia and French side Saint-Étienne. Mäki has been named Finland's Player of the Year twice, and was shortlisted for the prestigious Ballon d'Or in 2016.

In December 2017, Mäki joined MLS side Minnesota United FC. He is currently a free agent. Tomi Mäki is a Finnish professional ice hockey player who played for Jokerit and the Calgary Flames in the NHL. Mäki was drafted by the Calgary Flames in the 108th overall pick of the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.

After playing for Jokerit for four seasons, Mäki was traded to the Calgary Flames in exchange for Jussi Jokinen on July 1, 2007. 

Mäki played for the Flames for six seasons before being traded to the Florida Panthers in exchange for Dougie Hamilton on July 1, 2019. Mäki has represented Finland in both the World Championships and the Olympics.

Mäki was selected to play in the 2019 All-Star Game. Mäki is a two-time winner of the Ted Lindsay Award, awarded to the most outstanding player in the NHL as voted by the players. Mäki was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2021. Tomi Mäki is currently playing for the Florida Panthers.

19. Jani Rita

Jani Rita

Jani Rita was born in Helsinki, Finland on July 25, 1981. Rita played for Jokerit in the Finnish Elite League from 2002 to 2010. In 2010, Rita signed with HC Sochi of the Kontinental Hockey League.

Rita has played for Finland at the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Cup. Rita was traded to the Buffalo Sabres in February of 2016. Jani Rita has played in 163 NHL games, scoring 22 goals and adding 28 assists.

Jani Rita is currently a free agent and is looking to play in the NHL again. Jani Rita was awarded the IIHF World Championship Silver Medal in 2014. Jani Rita is married and has two children. Jani Rita was born in Helsinki, Finland on October 10th, 1988.

Jani Rita was drafted 13th overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 1999 NHL Draft. Jani Rita played for Jokerit in the Finnish Elite League from 1998-2004. 

Jani Rita then signed with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2004-2005. Jani Rita played with the Pittsburgh Penguins until he was traded to the Edmonton Oilers in 2006.

Jani Rita played with the Edmonton Oilers until he was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 2014. Jani Rita played with the Vancouver Canucks until he retired in 2016. Jani Rita has played in 624 NHL games, scoring 256 goals and adding 246 assists. Jani Rita is a two-time NHL All-Star (2006, 2009).

20. Veli-Matti Savinainen

Veli-Matti Savinainen

Veli-Matti Savinainen is a forward for the KHL's HC Sochi. Savinainen was drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the third round of the 2003 NHL Draft. He has played for the Ottawa Senators, Florida Panthers, and the Atlanta Thrashers.

Savinainen has also played for Finland at the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Cup. In the KHL, Savinainen has scored 32 goals and added 38 assists for 68 points. He has also played in the Finnish Elite League, the Swedish Elite League, and the Austrian Hockey League.

Savinainen is a two-time Olympian and a two-time World Championship medalist. He has been a part of the Finnish national team since 2006. 

Savinainen is married and has two children. Veli-Matti Savinainen is a Finnish professional ice hockey player. He currently plays with HC Yugra in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).

Savinainen was drafted by Jokerit in the first round of the 2005 KHL Draft. He has also played with Ässät, HC Yugra, Leksands IF, Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod, and Tappara. 

Savinainen has represented Finland at the IIHF World Championships, the World Cup of Hockey, and the Olympic Games. He is a two-time KHL champion and silver medalist with HC Yugra.

Savinainen is married and has two children. In 2017, Savinainen was named the KHL's Most Valuable Player. He is nicknamed "The Finnish Flash." Savinainen is a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Chicago Blackhawks and Tampa Bay Lightning.

21. Tommi Huhtala

Tommi Huhtala

Tommi Huhtala is a left-winger who played for Mestis team in Finland. Huhtala was born on December 7, 1987 in Tampere, Finland. He is 6'0" tall and weights 198 pounds.

Huhtala has played for the Finnish national team since 2009. Huhtala has participated in the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Junior Championships. Huhtala is a member of the Finnish Elite League team JYP.

Huhtala is a two-time Finnish Championship winner with JYP. Huhtala was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. Huhtala has not played in the NHL yet, but has played in the KHL, the AHL, and the ECHL.

Huhtala has played for four different teams in his playing career, most notably Kiekko-Espoo, Ilves, Porin Ässät, and Espoo Blues. Huhtala has represented Finland internationally and has competed in the World Championships and the World Cup.

Huhtala is a two-time winner of the Finnish Golden Puck award, given to the best player in Finnish hockey. Huhtala is currently playing for Jokerit.

22. Ryan Gunderson

Ryan Gunderson

Ryan Gunderson is a 37-year-old left-handed defense player for the Philadelphia Phillies. He was originally drafted in the 10th round of the 2003 amateur draft by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.

Gunderson made his major league debut in 2008 with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. He spent most of his time with the Devil Rays' minor league affiliates before being traded to the Phillies in 2010.

Gunderson has played in parts of six seasons with the Phillies, appearing in 143 games. He has recorded 10 Defensive Runs Saved, 10 Assists, and one Home Run. Gunderson is a native of Bensalem, Pennsylvania.

He attended Delaware Valley College before transferring to the University of Pittsburgh. Gunderson is married and has two children. He is a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Philadelphia Eagles. Gunderson is a member of the Philadelphia Phillies' organization staff.

23. Petri Kontiola

Petri Kontiola

Kontiola has played for the Finnish Liiga team Ilves since the 2008-09 season. Kontiola is originally from Seinäjoki and played for the local team before joining Ilves.

Kontiola has played in the NHL for the Nashville Predators and Toronto Maple Leafs, but is now back in Finland with Ilves. Kontiola is a strong and physical player who is known for his aggressive play.

Kontiola has won the Finnish Championship twice, in 2009 and 2013. Kontiola is also a two-time Finnish Cup champion, in 2009 and 2010. Kontiola has also represented Finland at the World Championships, Euro Championships and World Cup of Hockey.

Kontiola is a member of the Finland national hockey team and was part of the team that won the silver medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics. Kontiola is currently in the final season of his contract with Ilves and is hoping to win another Finnish Championship with the team.

24. Philip Larsen

Philip Larsen

Philip Larsen started his career with Esbjerg Energy in the Danish Superliga. He moved to Frölunda HC in 2013, and helped the club win the Swedish Championship that year.

Larsen signed for Metalist Kharkiv in the Ukrainian Premier League in February 2017. He made his international debut for Denmark in February 2018. Larsen is a versatile defender, who can play at either centre-back or right-back.

Larsen is a hard-working player, who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team. Larsen is a fan favourite with Metalist Kharkiv, and he is hoping to help the club win more trophies in the future. Larsen is set to return to Metalist Kharkiv in the summer of 2018.

He is a very experienced player, and he is now looking to help Metalist Kharkiv win the Ukrainian Premier League title.

25. Jori Lehterä

Jori Lehterä

Lehterä was born in Lempäälä, Finland on December 23, 1987. Lehterä played for Tappara in the Finnish Liiga for six years, before signing with the Pittsburgh Penguins in the off-season of 2016.

Lehterä is a centre and shoots left. Lehterä has played for Finland at the World Championships, the World Cup of Hockey, and the Olympic Games. Lehterä has been praised for his skating and puck-handling ability.

Lehterä is a two-time Liiga champion and a silver medalist at the World Championships. Lehterä has been a regular fixture on the Penguins' top line during the 2017-2018 season. 

Lehterä was born in a hockey-playing family – his father, Jari, played for Tappara and his uncle, Ari, also played in the Finnish top league.

Lehterä is married and has two children. Jori Lehterä is a Finnish professional ice hockey player who has played for the St. Louis Blues and SKA Saint Petersburg in the NHL. Lehterä was drafted by the Blues in the 65th overall pick in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. 

Lehterä has spent his entire playing career in Finland, with stints in Jokerit, Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, Sibir Novosibirsk, and St.

Louis. Lehterä has won a silver medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics and a gold medal at the 2016 IIHF World Championship. Lehterä is affectionately known as "Lehti" by his fans. Lehterä is considered one of the best goal-scorers in Finnish history. 

Lehterä is also a two-time Finnish League MVP. Lehterä is married and has two children. Lehterä is a member of the Finnish national team, and has appeared in several World Championships and the Olympic Games.

26. Peter Regin

Peter Regin

Peter Regin was born in 1986 in Herning, Denmark. He is 6'2" and weighs 205 pounds. Regin played for the Denmark national team in the 2006 and 2010 World Championships.

Regin signed with the New York Islanders in October 2013. He played in 53 games with the Islanders over two seasons, scoring six goals and adding 12 assists. Regin signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins in July 2016.

He played in 47 games with the Penguins over two seasons, scoring six goals and adding nine assists. Regin signed a one-year contract with the Anaheim Ducks in July 2017. He played in 58 games with the Ducks over two seasons, scoring six goals and adding 14 assists.

Regin signed a one-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs in July 2018. Regin is a skilled forward who has spent his entire professional career with the Ottawa Senators. 

Regin has consistently been one of the most productive players in the NHL over the past decade, recording over 1,000 points in his career.

Regin has represented Denmark at several international tournaments, including the Olympics and World Championships. Regin is a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Ottawa Senators, and he is currently playing in his third season with the team. 

Regin is a popular player in the Ottawa community, and he is often seen participating in community events.

Regin is an excellent team player who is often counted on to score important goals in crucial moments. Regin is an important part of the Ottawa Senators history, and he is likely to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.

27. Ville Leino

Ville Leino

Ville Leino was born in Savonlinna, Finland in 1983. He first came to prominence in the Finnish Elite League with Ilves in 2002. He moved to the Russian KHL in 2006 and spent five seasons with HC Sochi.

He returned to the Finnish Elite League with JYP in 2013. He has played for the Finnish national team at the World Championships, the World Cup, and the Olympics. Leino is a left winger and shoots left. He has played in the NHL for the Buffalo Sabres and the Minnesota Wild.

Leino is currently playing in the Finnish Liiga with JYP. Leino is a two-time Olympic silver medalist and a three-time World Championship medalist. 

Ville Leino was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the seventh round of the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Leino played his first professional season with Jokerit of the Finnish Elite League.

He then moved to the Philadelphia Flyers for the 2005–06 season. Leino played in the KHL with Medveščak Zagreb and Kloten Flyers before returning to the NHL with the Buffalo Sabres in 2014. Leino retired from professional hockey in 2017. 

 Leino won the Stanley Cup with the Detroit Red Wings in 2013. He also won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best rookie in 2005.

Leino has represented Finland in international competition on numerous occasions, most notably at the 2006 Winter Olympics. Leino currently serves as an assistant coach for Jokerit.

28. Ossi Väänänen

Ossi Väänänen

Ossi Väänänen is a six foot four inch, 220 pound defenseman who has played for Jokerit for the past six seasons. Väänänen has been a part of the Finnish national team for several years and has played at the World Championship and the World Cup.

He is known for being an extremely physical defender who can force turnovers and start the offense. 

Väänänen is a key part of the Jokerit defense and is often the first player to get involved in the physical play. He is a versatile defender who can play both in the defensive and offensive zones.

Väänänen is a key part of the Finnish national team and is looking to help his country win the World Cup this year. Ossi Väänänen played for the Phoenix Coyotes from 1998 until 2016. 

He was a regular player for the Coyotes, and helped the team to win the 2007–08 Stanley Cup. After leaving the Coyotes, Ossi Väänänen played for the Colorado Avalanche and the Djurgårdens IF in Sweden.

Ossi Väänänen was drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 43rd round of the 1998 NHL Draft. He retired from professional hockey in 2016. Ossi Väänänen is a Finnish national team player, and he has played in the Olympics and the World Championships. 

Ossi Väänänen is a good skater, and he is known for his strong shot. Ossi Väänänen is married, and he has two children. Ossi Väänänen is a respected member of the hockey community, and he is a regular commentator for the Coyotes' televised games.

29. Antti Tyrväinen

Antti Tyrväinen

Antti Tyrväinen is a forward for DEL team Jokerit. Antti Tyrväinen was born in 1989 in Seinäjoki, Finland. Antti Tyrväinen is 5'11" and weighs 196 pounds.

Antti Tyrväinen played in the Finnish Liiga for HIFK and Jokerit. Antti Tyrväinen is a left-handed shooter. Antti Tyrväinen has represented Finland at international level.

Antti Tyrväinen has scored 44 goals in 219 Liiga games. Antti Tyrväinen is a member of the Finland national team. Antti Tyrväinen is looking forward to the upcoming World Cup in Russia.

Antti Tyrväinen is a Finnish ice hockey player who has played in the NHL for the Edmonton Oilers and Boston Bruins. Tyrväinen was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the third round of the 2008 NHL Draft.

He has played for the Oilers, Bruins, Jokerit, Ilves, and Färjestad BK in the Finnish Elite League. Tyrväinen made his NHL debut with the Oilers in the 2013–14 season. He was traded to the Boston Bruins in the summer of 2018.

Tyrväinen has appeared in 258 NHL games, scoring 73 goals and adding 137 assists. He represented Finland at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Antti Tyrväinen is married to Hanna Tyrväinen, a Finnish figure skater. Antti Tyrväinen is a member of the Finnish national ice hockey team.

30. Jonathan Pudas

Jonathan Pudas

Jonathan Pudas is a 29-year-old defender who plays for Kiruna FF in Sweden. He was born in Kiruna, Sweden in 1993, and started playing football at a young age.

Jonathan is 5'10" and weighs 174 pounds. He is mainly a defender, but has also played as a midfielder. Jonathan has played for several Swedish clubs, most notably Kiruna FF, where he has made over 100 appearances.

He has also played for the Sweden national team, making his debut in 2014. Jonathan is a tough defender, and is known for his strong tackles and interceptions. Jonathan is a key player for Kiruna FF, and is expected to lead the team in future seasons.

Jonathan is a close friend of fellow defender Johan Dahlin, and the two of them have formed a strong defensive partnership. Jonathan is a popular player with his fans, and is known for his cheerful and outgoing personality.

31. Glen Metropolit

Glen Metropolit

Glen Metropolit was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on June 25th, 1974. He played his junior hockey with the Toronto Marlies of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).

Metropolit was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the third round (84th overall) of the 1994 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Capitals in the 1995-96 season.

Metropolit played for the Capitals, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Jokerit during his career. He was a member of the Canadian Olympic Team that competed at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.

Metropolit retired from professional hockey in 2009. He currently works as a television color commentator for the Capitals. Glen Metropolit is married and has one child. Glen Metropolit played for HC Lugano, Atlanta Thrashers, St.

Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, and EV Zug in the NHL. Metropolit was drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers in the 3rd round of the 1995 NHL Entry Draft. He played with HC Lugano, Atlanta Thrashers, St.

Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, Philadelphia Flyers, and Montreal Canadiens for six seasons. Metropolit left the NHL in 2017 and played for HC Bolzano in the Italian Serie A. He represented Canada at the World Championships in 2006, 2007, and 2010.

Metropolit has won a Stanley Cup with the Philadelphia Flyers in 2010. He currently plays for HC Bolzano in the Italian Serie A.

32. Antti Niemi

Antti Niemi

Antti Niemi is a 39-year-old goaltender who has played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Dallas Stars, Florida Panthers, and Edmonton Oilers. 

Niemi is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, having won with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and with the Dallas Stars in 2013.

Niemi has played in over 1,000 NHL games, putting up solid numbers in each of them. Niemi was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second round of the 2001 NHL Entry Draft. Niemi played for the Finnish national team in the World Championships in 2004 and 2007.

Niemi is married to Tuija Niemi and has two children. Niemi is a member of the Finnish Ice Hockey Hall of Fame. Niemi retired from the NHL in 2018. 

Antti Niemi is a Finnish goaltender who has played in the NHL for the Anaheim Ducks and Chicago Blackhawks. He has won the Stanley Cup twice with the Blackhawks, and has also been nominated for the Vezina Trophy and the Hart Memorial Trophy.

Niemi was drafted by the Anaheim Ducks in the sixth round of the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. He played his first professional season with the SaiPa team in Finland. 

In 2007, Niemi made his NHL debut with the Ducks. He was traded to the Blackhawks in the summer of 2012. Niemi has won the Jennings Trophy as the best goaltender in the NHL in 2013 and 2016. In the 2017-18 season, Niemi won the William M.

Jennings Trophy as the best goaltender in the league. He is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent at the end of the 2020-21 season.

33. Fredrik Bremberg

Fredrik Bremberg

Fredrik Bremberg is a left winger who has played for Jokerit and HIFK. He was born in Södertälje, Sweden in 1973. He has played for Jokerit since the 1999-2000 season.

He has also played for Sweden at various international tournaments. Fredrik Bremberg has a height of 6'0" and a weight of 202 lbs. He is a right winger and shoots left.

Fredrik Bremberg is a member of the Swedish national team and has played at various international tournaments. He has also represented Sweden in ice hockey at the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City in 2002.

Fredrik Bremberg is currently playing for HC Sochi of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). Fredrik Bremberg was a prolific scorer in the NHL, amassing over 600 points in his career. Bremberg was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the fifth round of the 1991 NHL Draft.

He played for Djurgårdens IF, HC Davos, MIF Redhawks, Jokerit, HV71, and Timrå IK before joining the New Jersey Devils in 2000. He retired after playing 14 seasons in the NHL. Bremberg was a four-time All-Star and was inducted into the Swedish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2013.

He currently works as an assistant coach with Jokerit.

34. Markus Ketterer

Markus Ketterer

Markus Ketterer is a goaltender who played for Jokerit in the Finnish Elite League. Ketterer was born in Helsinki, Finland on August 23, 1967. At 5' 11" and 185 pounds, Ketterer is a large goalie.

Ketterer is a left-handed shooter and played for Finland at the World Championships in 1991, 1995, and 1999. Ketterer is currently an assistant coach for Jokerit. Ketterer played for Jokerit from 1996 to 2006.

Ketterer was the starting goaltender for Finland at the World Championships in 1995 and 1999. Ketterer is currently an assistant coach for Jokerit. Ketterer is a goaltender who played for Jokerit in the Finnish Elite League.

Markus Ketterer was a prolific scorer in the Finnish Elite League during the 1990s. He played for Jokerit, Rochester Americans, and Färjestads BK. He was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 107th overall draft in 1992. Ketterer played in the NHL for 9 seasons, from 1992-1999.

He mostly played with the Sabres, but also played with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Atlanta Thrashers. Ketterer retired in 1999 after playing in 9 seasons in the NHL. 

He is currently a scout for the Buffalo Sabres. Ketterer is a two-time Finnish Elite League MVP. He is also a two-time Olympian, playing in the 1998 and 2002 Olympics.

Ketterer was inducted into the Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006. He currently resides in Finland with his wife and two children.

35. Jani Kautto

Jani Kautto was born on October 25, 1989 in Vantaa, Finland. He is 6 feet tall and 183 cm tall. Jani is a professional ice hockey player who has played for several teams in Finland and Sweden.

He has also played for the Finnish national team, and he has won a silver medal at the World Championship in 2012. Jani is currently playing for HC Sochi of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).

Jani has a wife and two young children. He is a devout Christian, and he is involved in several charitable organizations. Jani is a very popular player in Russia, and he is considered to be one of the best forwards in the KHL.

Jani is a very hard worker, and he is always searching for new ways to improve his skills. Jani is a verypopular figure in the hockey community, and he is always welcomed at social events. Jani is a very friendly person, and he is always happy to meet new people.

36. Teemu Laine

Teemu Laine

Teemu Laine is a Finnish professional ice hockey right wing who has played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Detroit Red Wings and the Arizona Coyotes.

Laine was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the first round, 26th overall, of the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Red Wings on October 9, 2007.

Laine was traded to the Arizona Coyotes on June 30, 2018. Laine won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year in 2013. Laine has represented Finland at the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Cup of Hockey.

Laine has had multiple knee surgeries, but has since returned to play. Laine is a two-time 50-goal scorer in the NHL. Laine is married to his long-time girlfriend Hanna Puisto. 

Teemu Laine is a Finnish professional ice hockey player. He was drafted in the first round, 39th overall, by the New Jersey Devils in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.

Laine played for the Tappara club in the Finnish SM-liiga from 1999 to 2017. He won the SM-liiga championship with Tappara in 2017. Laine also played for the HC Dinamo Minsk and HC Donbass in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). 

He won the KHL championship with Donbass in 2016. Laine has competed for Finland in the World Championships and the Winter Olympics.

He was part of the Finnish team that won the gold medal at the 2017 World Championships. Laine signed a contract with the Winnipeg Jets in May 2017. 

He made his NHL debut with the Jets on October 5, 2017. Laine has scored over 100 goals in each of his three seasons in the NHL. He set a new record for the fastest player to score 100 goals in the NHL, doing so in his 116th game.

Laine was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's Most Valuable Player in 2018. He also became the first player in NHL history to score 50 goals in his first 50 games with a new team. 

Laine is the fifth player in NHL history to score 100 goals in his first 100 games. He is also the first player in NHL history to score 50 goals in his first 50 games with a new team. Laine is married to Emmi Laine and has one son, Kasperi.

37. Ari Sulander

Ari Sulander

Ari Sulander is a Finnish goaltender who is currently playing for HC Sochi of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). 

Sulander made his debut in the KHL in the 2001–02 season and has since played for several teams, including HC Sochi, HC Spartak Moscow, HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk, HC Sochi and HC TPS.

Sulander has represented Finland at the World Championships, the World Cup of Hockey and the Olympics. Sulander was named the KHL Goalie of the Year in 2009–10 and was also named to the KHL All-Star Team that season. 

Sulander is married and has two children. Sulander is a two-time Olympian, having played in the 2002 and 2006 Olympics.

Sulander is the son of Finnish ice hockey referee Raimo Sulander. Sulander has a degree in business administration from the University of Helsinki. Ari Sulander is a two-time Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) Goalie of the Year.

38. Timo Blomqvist

Timo Blomqvist

Timo Blomqvist was born in Helsinki, Finland on January 23, 1961. He is 6'0" tall and weighs 200 pounds. He has played for Helsingin Jalkapallokerho, AIK, Djurgården, Reading, Olympiakos and Manchester City.

He has made over 100 appearances for Finland and was a part of their World Cup-winning team in 2006. He retired from professional football in 2013 after playing for Manchester City. He now works as a football analyst for Swedish television network TV4.

In 2013, he was named Finland's Sportsman of the Year. In 2018, he was inducted into the Finnish Football Hall of Fame. Timo Blomqvist is married and has two children. Timo Blomqvist was born in Finland in 1970. He started playing hockey at a young age, and quickly made a name for himself.

He played for the Washington Capitals, New Jersey Devils, and the Finnish national team. He was a highly talented player, and is still remembered by many fans. 

He retired from playing in 1998, and currently works as a commentator for the NHL. He is a respected figure in the hockey world, and is always willing to give his opinion.

He is a great ambassador for the sport, and is always willing to help out. He is a truly amazing person, and anyone who has the chance to meet him should not miss it. He is a true hockey legend, and will be remembered for years to come.

39. Niko Hovinen

Niko Hovinen

Niko Hovinen is a goaltender who has played in the Finnish Liiga for several teams over the past few years. Hovinen was drafted in the 3rd round, 71st overall, by the Vaasan Sport in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

Hovinen made his professional debut with Vaasan Sport in the 2008-09 season. Hovinen was signed by the Jokerit in the 2011-12 season. Hovinen was signed by the Pelicans in the 2014-15 season. Hovinen was signed by the Oklahoma City Barons in the 2016-17 season.

Hovinen played in all 48 regular season games for the Barons and posted a 33-19-6 record with a 2.21 goals against average and .924 save percentage. Hovinen played in all 16 playoff games for the Barons and posted a 10-4 record with a 2.26 goals against average and .933 save percentage.

Hovinen signed a one-year contract with the Pekka Rinne-led Helsinki Stars of the Finnish top-tier Liiga on July 1, 2017.

40. Eero Somervuori

Somervuori was born in 1979 in Järvenpää, Finland. Somervuori is 5'9" and 185 pounds. Somervuori played for Jokerit, HPK, and Hamilton Bulldogs. Somervuori is a forward and shot right.

Somervuori is a hard worker and is always looking for the puck. Somervuori is a good skater and can avoid defenders. Somervuori is a playmaker and has good vision. Somervuori is a goal scorer and has a good shot.

Somervuori is a good team player and is always looking for assists. Somervuori was drafted in the seventh round of the 1997 NHL Entry Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning. Somervuori played his entire professional career with the Lightning, spending the majority of his time with the team from 1995 to 2018.

Somervuori was an important part of the Lightning's 2003 Stanley Cup championship team, scoring the game-winning goal in the final game of the playoffs. 

Somervuori also played for the Finnish national team in multiple international tournaments, including the 2006 Winter Olympics. Somervuori retired from professional hockey in 2018 after a 16-year career.

41. Marko Rantanen

Marko Rantanen is a Finnish professional ice hockey goaltender. He is currently playing with the Colorado Avalanche of the National Hockey League (NHL).

Rantanen was drafted by the Colorado Avalanche in the first round, 18th overall, of the 2001 NHL Entry Draft. Rantanen played his first professional season with the Säästöpaja team in the Finnish Elite League (SM-liiga) in 2001-02.

He then spent two seasons with the KalPa team of the Finnish Elite League (SM-liiga). Rantanen made his NHL debut with the Avalanche in the 2005-06 season. He has played in over 400 NHL games, registering a record of 247-183-41 with a 2.51 GAA and a .914 save percentage.

Rantanen was named to the NHL All-Star Game in 2008 and 2013. He won a gold medal with Finland at the 2006 Winter Olympics, and the World Championship in 2013. 

In 2017, Rantanen was named the recipient of the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to their team.

42. Tommi Kivistö

Tommi Kivistö

Tommi Kivistö is a Finnish defender who currently plays for HJK. Kivistö started his career with FC Jaro, playing for the club from 2008 to 2013. He made his debut for Finland in 2010, and has since gone on to make over 50 appearances for the national team.

Kivistö is known for his strong defending and accurate passing. He has been a mainstay in the Finnish defence for several years, and is considered one of the country's most promising young defenders. Kivistö was named the Finnish Footballer of the Year in 2013.

He is expected to be a mainstay in the Finnish defence for many years to come. Tommi Kivistö is a left-sided defender who can play as a centre-back or on the left wing. Kivistö is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make a positive impact on the game.

43. Niko Kapanen

Niko Kapanen

Niko Kapanen is a Finnish professional ice hockey player who is currently playing for HPK of the Finnish Liiga. Kapanen was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the first round, 17th overall, of the 1998 NHL Entry Draft.

He has also played for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Detroit Red Wings. Kapanen has represented Finland in international competition on numerous occasions, most notably at the 2002 and 2006 Winter Olympics. 

Kapanen was named the Finnish Sportsperson of the Year in 2007, and was also named to the Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2013.

In addition to his ice hockey career, Kapanen has worked as a television colour commentator for international hockey tournaments. Kapanen and his wife, Emmi, have two children. Niko Kapanen was born on February 26th, 1990 in Kajaani, Finland.

 He played for the Dallas Stars from 2006 to 2017. Kapanen had a very successful playing career, scoring over 260 goals and 800 points in 806 games.

He was a three time All-Star and was the recipient of the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy in 2012. Kapanen has represented Finland at the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Cup. He is currently a member of the Zug Lions of the Swiss National League. 

Kapanen is a very popular player in Finland, and he is expected to play in the Hockey Hall of Fame when he is eligible. Kapanen is married to Kaisa Kapanen and they have two children.

Kapanen is a very good ambassador for the game of hockey, and he is always willing to talk to fans and promote the sport.

44. Olli Palola

Olli Palola

Olli Palola is a forward who played for Rögle BK in the SHL. Palola was drafted in the 7th round of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings. He has played in the Finnish elite league since he was 18 years old.

Palola has played for Team Finland at the World Championships, the World Junior Championships, and the Winter Olympic Games. Palola has also played in the Kontinental Hockey League for HC Sochi (2010-2011), HC Minsk (2011-2012), and HC Dinamo Minsk (2012-2013).

In the 2013-2014 season, Palola joined the Vancouver Canucks organization as a free agent. In the 2014-2015 season, Palola joined the Calgary Flames organization as a free agent. On 8 April 2016, Palola re-signed with HC Sochi of the KHL. 

Palola has also played for the Finnish national team in the World Championships, the World Junior Championships, and the Winter Olympic Games.

45. Eeli Tolvanen

Eeli Tolvanen Career

  • NHL team: Seattle Kraken
  • Former teams: Jokerit
  • Nashville Predators
  • National team: Finland
  • NHL Draft: 30th overall, 2017
  • Nashville Predators

Tolvanen is a fast, skilled player who was drafted by the Seattle Kraken in the first round of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft. Tolvanen has represented Finland at the World Juniors and the World Championships.

Tolvanen has scored over 100 points in each of his last two seasons in the Finnish Liiga. Tolvanen is a powerful right winger who can score goals and create chances for his teammates. Tolvanen is a hard worker who expects the same level of effort from his teammates.

Tolvanen is looking to continue his development in the NHL and become a premier player. Tolvanen is a versatile player who can play on the wing or in the center. Tolvanen is a strong player with good hockey sense. 

Tolvanen is a fast player with good puck control. Tolvanen is a talented Finnish forward who was drafted 30th overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2017 NHL Draft.

Tolvanen has already made an impression in the NHL with his speed, scoring five goals and adding four assists in 17 games this season. Tolvanen is a natural goal scorer and is known for his excellent shot. 

Tolvanen is a tough player with a lot of character, and he is looking to improve his skating and defensive play in order to become a better player. Tolvanen is a dedicated player who works hard on and off the ice, and he is looking to continue developing his skills in the NHL.

Tolvanen is a talented player who is looking to continue improving his skills and make a name for himself in the NHL. Tolvanen is a talented player who is looking to continue developing his skills and make a name for himself in the NHL. 

Tolvanen is a talented player who is looking to continue developing his skills and make a name for himself in the NHL. Tolvanen is a talented player who is looking to continue developing his skills and make a name for himself in the NHL.

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46. Sakari Manninen

Sakari Manninen

Sakari Manninen has been playing professionally in the NHL for the past six seasons. Manninen has played for the Nashville Predators and Winnipeg Jets in his career.

He was drafted by the Predators in the second round of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. Manninen has had a successful career in the NHL, scoring 51 goals and 101 points in 278 games.

Manninen is a forward who shoots left. Manninen has represented Finland at various international events, most notably at the World Championship. Manninen is married and has two young children.

Manninen is a hardworking player who is always looking for an opportunity to score. Manninen is an excellent penalty killer and has a good Corsi rating. Sakari Manninen is a Finnish professional ice hockey player who plays for the Vegas Golden Knights of the National Hockey League (NHL).

Manninen was drafted by the Henderson Silver Knights in the seventh round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. 

Manninen played four seasons with the Oulun Kärpät of the Finnish Liiga before joining the KalPa of the Finnish Elite League in 2016. Manninen made his NHL debut with the Vegas Golden Knights in 2018.

Manninen has represented Finland at the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Cup of Hockey. Manninen is a two-time winner of the Jari Kurri Trophy, awarded to the Finnish MVP. Manninen is married and has two children. 

Manninen is a member of the Finnish national ice hockey team. Manninen is a two-time winner of the Spengler Cup, awarded to the continental champion of Europe.

47. Markus Hännikäinen

Markus Hännikäinen

Markus Hännikäinen is a versatile winger who can play both on the left and right flank. Hännikäinen started his career with rivals HIFK, before moving to German side Adler Mannheim in 2018.

He made his debut for Finland in 2016 and has since gone on to make 43 appearances, scoring five goals. Hännikäinen is a quick and powerful player, with good technique and a good eye for goal.

He is currently playing for Finland at the World Cup in Russia. He is hoping to help Finland reach the latter stages of the competition. Hännikäinen is eager to show his skills at the highest level and continue to improve as a player.

He is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Markus Hännikäinen is looking forward to showing his skills on the international stage at the World Cup in Russia.

48. Mikko Lehtonen

Mikko Lehtonen

Mikko Lehtonen is a Finnish professional ice hockey defenseman who is currently playing for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League (NHL). Lehtonen was drafted by the Dallas Stars in the first round, 24th overall, of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.

He has also played for the Finnish national team at the junior, collegiate and international levels. Lehtonen made his NHL debut with the Stars in the 2013–14 season. 

He has since established himself as one of the league's premier defensemen, recording back-to-back 50-point seasons in 2015–16 and 2016–17.

Lehtonen is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, having won the 2016 Stanley Cup with the Stars and the 2007 Stanley Cup with the Nashville Predators. Lehtonen is married to his girlfriend, Emmi, and they have a son, Eetu. 

Mikko Lehtonen is a Finnish professional ice hockey goaltender who played for the ZSC Lions, TPS, KooKoo, HV71, Jokerit, Toronto Maple Leafs, Columbus Blue Jackets and SKA Saint Petersburg in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), Finnish Liiga, and National Hockey League (NHL) respectively.

Mikko Lehtonen was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the seventh round (189th overall) of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. Lehtonen made his debut with the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2009–10 season. He played for Jokerit in the 2013–14 season, and HV71 in the 2014–15 and 2015–16 seasons. 

Lehtonen was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2017–18 season. He was traded to the Dallas Stars in the 2019–20 season. Lehtonen signed with the Calgary Flames as a free agent on July 1, 2020. On October 4, 2020, Lehtonen announced his retirement from professional hockey.

Final Words

Jokerit on helsinkiläinen jääkiekkoseura, joka on toiminut 50-luvun alusta lähtien. Seuran edustusjoukkueeseen kuuluu useita maailmanmestareita, ja seuralla on myös pitkät perinteet.

Jokerit ei ole ainoa joukkuetta Helsinkiin tai Suomessa – mutta silloisillaan seuran puolella harrastettiin paljon erityisempiä urheilijoita kuin nykyisin.

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Brandon McNally

I have been playing hockey my whole life. I am currently a professional hockey player with the Calgary Flames. I am also a part time coach at the University of Calgary and the head coach of the Calgary Northstars Minor Hockey Association. I have always wanted to be an NHL player and I am very excited to be one! My hobbies are playing hockey, coaching, and spending time with my family. LinkedIn

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