When he was drafted in June, not many folks knew who Joona Saarelainen was. The 18-year-old was taken in the 5th round by the Lightning after starting his professional career with KaPa in the Liiga last season. That may change soon if the speedy center keeps playing the way he has to start things off in the World Junior Summer Showcase taking place in Plymouth, Michigan right now.
Through two games (both against the U.S.) he has 2 goals and 1 assist.
Joona Saarelainen puts home the rebound to open the scoring for Finland! u26a1ufe0f
–@leijonat#GoBolts pic.