New Jersey Devils Welcome Forward Lenni Hameenaho with Three-Year Entry-Level Contract
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The New Jersey Devils have signed Finnish forward Lenni Hameenaho to a three-year entry-level contract, announced today. The 18-year-old, who stands at 5’11” and weighs 174 lbs, played last season for HIFK Helsinki in Liiga, Finland’s top professional hockey league.
Hameenaho’s Impressive Statistics
- Scored 9 goals and 17 assists in 48 games during the 2021-22 season
- Registered 23 points in 48 games, an impressive 0.48 points per game average
- Rostered for Finland’s U18 team at the IIHF World Championship in 2021
What He Brings to the Devils
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“Hameenaho is a highly skilled forward with excellent speed and hockey sense. He’ll be a valuable addition to our prospect pool.”
— New Jersey Devils General Manager Tom Fitzgerald
Looking Ahead: Hameenaho’s Future with the Devils
The Devils have filled a need for a young, skilled forward with the signing of Hameenaho. Although he’s under contract, it remains to be seen whether he’ll make the jump to the North American game immediately or continue developing in Finland.
Did you know?
Lenni Hameenaho is not the only promising Finnish forward to join the Devils’ organization recently. Aatu Raty was signed in 2021.
FAQs
What are Hameenaho’s strengths as a player?
He is praised for his speed, skill, and hockey sense.
Where will Hameenaho play next season?
That has not been announced yet. He could play in the AHL, go back to Finland, or even make the Devils’ roster.
Conclusion
The New Jersey Devils have added a promising young forward to their organization with the signing of Lenni Hameenaho. As Devils fans await his arrival, they can look forward to his speed and skill joining the team’s growing prospect pool.
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