ALEKSI
SAARELA
#28 -
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Status
Restricted free agent
Ht/Wt
5’10’’,
200 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
1
year
(Rookie)
Debut
Apr 20, 2019
Born
Jan 7, 1997
(27 yrs)
Helsinki, Finland
Drafted
Drafted by NY Rangers in 2015 (3/89).
Drafted from
Assat (Fin)
Acquired
Acquired in a trade with Chicago in 2019.
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2020-10-07 |
Florida Panthers tendered a qualifying offer.
|
| 2020-08-22 |
Loaned to the Lukko Rauma (Fin).
|
| 2020-02-18 |
Recalled from the Springfield Thunderbirds (AHL).
|
| 2019-12-11 |
Assigned to the Springfield Thunderbirds (AHL).
|
| 2019-12-06 |
Recalled from the Springfield Thunderbirds (AHL).
|
News
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Rotowire
Wed, Dec 30, 2020 at 9:26 PM
Saarela isn't expected to report to training camp Sunday, David Work of WPLG Local 10 News reports.
Rotowire
Wed, Feb 26, 2020 at 12:00 AM
Saarela (upper body) skated 13:01 and won his only faceoff in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Coyotes.
Scouting Report
Skates very well and displays constant energy on the ice. Is a sound playmaker with the ability to score goals, too. Can really dangle with the biscuit on his blade. Does not have ideal size (5'10", 200 pounds), though he has gotten bigger with time. Should be able to produce points in the NHL on a regular basis, but has enough versatility to remain useful in case/when he does not.
Long Range Potential: Speedy, versatile forward with upside.
