OSSI VAANANEN #23 – D
DOB: AUG 18, 1980
AGE: 28
PLACE OF BIRTH: VANTAA, FINLAND
HT: 6-4 WT: 215
SHOOTS: L
NHL SEASONS: 6
DRAFTED BY PHOENIX IN 1998 (2/43).
ASSETS: Has prototypical NHL size. Loves to bang bodies. Moves the puck efficiently and is defensively responsible.
FLAWS: Needs more work on his coordination and lateral mobility. Has limited offensive upside. Must stay away from serious injury.
CAREER POTENTIAL: Defensive defenseman.