Hi guys, Rangers fan here, want to help you out with a scouting report.
Saarela's a very good prospect, don't be fooled by the draft position, dropped to the third because of injuries and a bad draft year, but he's probably late first in a re-draft. Center who plays a well rounded game, very good on face-offs, good defensively, good on the forecheck, skating's fine, not excellent, okay passer, but he's more of a shoot first player, very quick release, scores a lot of goals. Only 5'10, but he's really strong, about 200 pounds already, his build is reminiscent of someone like Crosby. Can play wing, but should be able to stay at center. Should be at least a good middle six player, maybe more, plays all the situations. Crazy productive in Liiga this season, best player on his team already, leading Finnish goalscorer in the league despite missing 9 games. You guys got a good prospect.