Had one of the hardest point shots in the league. Could read the ice well and knew when to jump into the play. Was solid, smart and efficient in his own end, and brought big-league size. Staying healthy was always an issue for him and his lack of durability sometimes affected his offensive consistency. He was not very physical, despite his large frame. | |
Long Range Potential: | Quality, hard-shooting defenseman, when healthy. |
League | Honor | Description |
NHL | All-Rookie Team | 1998-99 |
Olympic | Olympic Silver Medal | 2006 (Finland) |
Olympic | Olympic Bronze Medal | 2014 (Finland), 2010 (Finland) |