Player's Profile
- Name: Juhamatti Aaltonen
- Position: LW
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 185 lbs
- Birthdate: 1985-06-04
- Eligible for Draft: 2003
- Drafted:
- Hometown: , Finland
- Acquired:
- Playing In: Europe
Juhamatti Aaltonen
Prospect Grade: 5.5 D (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: Kyle McMahon
History
Selected in 9th round, 284th overall, in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft
The Blues took a flyer on Aaltonen late in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft after a solid offensive season for Kärpät, in which he notched 19 goals (and only 3 assists). This season, Aaltonen has exploded offensively, picking up 26 goals and 23 assists in only 32 games while boasting a +20 rating. He also has appeared in a handful of games for the big club, going pointless, but thanks to a lack of space on the roster, he has had to stay with the junior squad.
A fringe player for junior national teams before, Aaltonen emerged as a superstar in junior A in 2003-04. He logged huge minutes and made things happen all by himself. The next step is to learn to play better defense.
Talent Analysis
A one-dimensional offensive player who shies away from both traffic and the defensive zone, Aaltonen will have to take great strides in his all-around game if he is to make the transition to the North American game.
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Profile Last Updated: June, 2nd 2007
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