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Pekka Rinne • #35 • G
Status:Unrestricted Free Agent (Group III)
Ht/Wt:6'5", 217 lbs.
Born:Nov 3, 1982 (41 yrs) in Kempele, FIN
Experience:15 years
Drafted:Drafted by Nashville in 2004 (8/258).
Catches:L
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Scouting Report
Was extremely big for a goaltender and covered a lot of net, thanks to uncanny flexibility and lightning-fast reflexes. Never quit on a play and could be spectacular in goal when he had to be. Wore down a little bit if overworked, and occasionally surrendered bad goals; he lacked a little consistency. Unfortunately, he played some of his worst hockey when his time reached the Stanley Cup final, which tarnished his legacy just a tad.
Long Range Potential: Excellent, workhorse goaltender.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
NHL Vezina Trophy 2017-18
NHL King Clancy Memorial Trophy 2020-21
NHL First All-Star Team 2017-18
NHL Second All-Star Team 2010-11
NHL Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game 2015-16, 2014-15 (injured)
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