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2025 World Junior Championship: Finland vs Slovakia

The quarterfinals for this game were filled with physicality, great goaltending, and competition from both teams. Team Finland matched up against Team Slovakia for the fourth game of the day. Finland: Finland has shown that they can play as a five-man unit on the ice for the entirety of the 60 minutes. Finland dominated the […]

2025 World Junior Championship: Finland Snaps Team USA’s Streak in an Overtime Classic

In an electrifying thriller at the World Junior Championships in Ottawa, Finland edged out the United States 4-3 overtime on Sunday, ending the reigning champions’ ten-game winning streak. Both teams secured playoff spots, each gaining a standings point for the contest, reaching extra time. Still, this game felt reminiscent of the thrilling semifinal between these […]

2025 World Junior Championship: Team Finland Players to Watch

The 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship are starting tonight and Team Finland is gearing up to make a strong run for the podium. Known for their disciplined play and ability to develop NHL-ready talent, Finland’s roster is packed with intriguing prospects. Here are five players to keep an eye on as the tournament unfolds. Related: […]

2025 4 Nations Tournament: Comprehensive Team Analysis and Picks

Last week, the rosters for the highly anticipated 4 Nations Face-Off tournament were released, showcasing the best talent from Canada, the United States, Sweden, and Finland. These rosters reveal the depth and skill each team brings to the competition, setting the stage for an exciting and closely contested tournament. With elite players and strong team […]

2025 4 Nations Face-Off: Finland’s Roster Announced

Team Finland is a known for its blend of skill, speed, and tactical prowess. The roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off is packed with NHL talent, featuring a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars. Led by elite players like Aleksander Barkov and Sebastian Aho, Finland boasts a strong offensive lineup capable of dominating any opponent. The team’s […]

Player Profile: Rasmus Kupari

Rasmus Kupari was born on March 15th, 2000, in Kotka, Finland. He is a centre who has spent his NHL playing career with the Los Angeles Kings and the Winnipeg Jets. He is listed at 6-foot-2 and 183 pounds and is a right-handed shot. There isn’t a lot of documentation on Kupari’s early playing days […]

John Tortorella and David Quinn to join Team USA’s Coaching Staff for 4 Nations Face-Off

2025 4 Nations Face-Off: Finland Announces First Six Players

The NHL 4Nations Faceoff will showcase four national teams vying on the ice. Sweden, the United States, Canada, and Finland will compete in the tournament scheduled from February 12th to 20th at TD Garden in Boston and Bell Centre in Montreal. Recently, each of the four teams unveiled the first group of six players each […]

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Aron Kivharju

The Scouting Report: Even though Aron Kiviharju grew up in Finland, he was born in Esbjerg, Denmark. He has gained popularity, especially since he was recognized for his skills at just 11 years old. In the 2021-22 season, he played four games with the TPS U18 team before moving up to the U20 level. It […]

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Konsta Helenius

The Scouting Report: While it is widely predicted that Macklin Celebrini will emerge as the top choice in the forthcoming 2024 NHL Draft, Konsta Helenius is a player who may see some buzz leading into the draft. Noteworthy for his stellar performance in his debut full season in Finland’s top league, Helenius currently serves as […]