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- Name: Joonas Jarvinen
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 211 lbs
- Birthdate: 1989-01-05
- Eligible for Draft: 2009
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Turku, Finland
- Acquired: Eligible for the 2009 NHL Draft
- Playing In: Europe
Joonas Jarvinen
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2006-07: A long-time defensive stalwart on TPS junior teams, Järvinen had always grown earlier than his peers, which reinforced his role as the leader of the defense. Järvinen’s abilities carried over to international ice, where he captained the Finnish team as well on occasion. This experienced has made him the most seasoned defenseman of the age group. By draft time, Järvinen still awaits his pro debut in TPS ranks.
2008-09 – Despite the turmoil and frustration of TPS’ tenth-place SM-Liiga finish, the continued development of Jarvinen was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise forgettable season in Turku. In his second full season, Jarvinen emerged as a top four SM-Liiga defenseman, showing steady play and utilizing his large frame and excellent sense of positioning to stifle opposition attacks and block shots or passes. Though not the type of player who jumps out at scouts or fans, he is developing into the type of defenseman that you find on most successful teams.
Talent Analysis
Jarvinen has optimum size for an NHL defenseman. What will be his biggest challenge is to develop the mobility, speed and strength to compete at the professional level. A team leader who has captained Finnish junior teams in the past, Jarvinen is a steady, no frills defenseman whose best assets are his positioning and ability to move the puck out of his end or take away shooting and passing lanes. Despite his size and strength, Jarvinen is not particularly intimidating, preferring a more disciplined style of play. He is more of a cerebral player who provides consistency without the flash of some of the more offensive-minded European defenders.
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Profile Last Updated: June, 27th 2009
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