Classic case of all the tools no toolbox player.
Classic case of all the tools no toolbox player.
It's not all about numbers. He did great in the playoffs against Washington. Played physical and got under the opponents skin.His Liiga numbers weren't any special, his international numbers weren't any special, his NHL numbers are bad and even his AHL numbers aren't good, but I hope, he'll help Jokerit, his new team needs any help right now (probably more coach help, than players though).
Best of luck Saku.
Big streaky player who felt like he had more to show.
yep... Maybe tampa is looking for a backup goalie and I have a legit chance at a championship ringJokerien vuoden odotus palkittiin – nyt maailmanmestari Mäenalanen ei karkaa NHL:ään
"The last season was the best I have had. I got to play up and experience the NHL. It's easier to play in the NHL than in the AHL. There's more [cerebral activity] in the NHL and better players."
So playing up higher with better players is kind of a Finn RFA thing, as of lately.
Jokerien vuoden odotus palkittiin – nyt maailmanmestari Mäenalanen ei karkaa NHL:ään
"The last season was the best I have had. I got to play up and experience the NHL. It's easier to play in the NHL than in the AHL. There's more [cerebral activity] in the NHL and better players."
So playing up higher with better players is kind of a Finn RFA thing, as of lately.
IntangiblesIt's not all about numbers. He did great in the playoffs against Washington. Played physical and got under the opponents skin.