Jonathan Lekkerimäki Joins Abbotsford Canucks

While Lekkerimäki can lean into his offensive ability it will take more than that to succeed at the next level. The Canucks development staff wanted to see if he could add more to his game as he prepares to make the jump to North America next season. Helping assist their European prospects has been a focus of the Canucks management group since Patrik Allvin and Jim Rutherford took over. Former Stanley Cup champion, Triple Gold Club member, and former Canuck, Mikael Samuelsson is at games, meeting with prospects for meals, and keeping an eye on the pulse of the SHL and other leagues in Europe.