A year ago at this time, no one imagined that Jesperi Kotkaniemi would spend the entire season at the NHL level. He ended up doing just that, and although he may have not had the stamina to last an entire NHL season, he should be expected to come out strong to avoid a sophomore slump.
Birthplace: Pori, Finland
Date of birth: July 6, 2000
Drafted: 2018 (3rd overall)
Shoots: Left
Position: Centre
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 187 lbs.
Team: Montreal Canadiens (NHL)
Kotkaniemi made his debut in a Canadiens uniform at Development Camp, about a week after being drafted by the team.