It’s been quite the year for Dallas Stars defenseman Esa Lindell – from signing a long-term contract, to participating in the Global Series in his home country of Finland, then being selected to represent them in February’s 4 Nations Face-Off. It’s become clear that Lindell is cementing himself as one of the Stars’ all-time defenders with his impact on and off the ice.
DallasStars.com writer Josh Clark put together a nice piece covering our blueline leader, from his style of play, to his impact on the ice, to being one of the ambassadors of Finnish hockey not only for the Stars, but for the NHL.