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Juha Jaaska

Born:February 9, 1998Draft:Undrafted
Hometown:Helsinki, FinlandPosition:Left Wing/Right Wing
Known For:Shoots:Left
National Team:FinlandCurrent Team:Carolina Hurricanes

Juha Jääskä (born February 9, 1998) is a Finnish professional ice hockey forward who is currently playing with the Carolina Hurricanes of the National Hockey League (NHL). He previously played eight seasons for HIFK of the Finnish Liiga, as well as six seasons with HIFK’s junior system.

As an undrafted free agent, Jääskä was signed by the Hurricanes to a one-year, entry-level contract on April 10, 2024. He made his NHL debut for the Hurricanes on Jan. 2, 2025, against the Florida Panthers, filling in for the injured Tyson Jost.

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Achievements

  • Liiga Bronze Medal (2021)
  • Liiga Bronze Medal (2018)
  • U20 SM-liiga Bronze Medal (HIFK) (2018)
  • U18 WJC Gold Medal (2016)
  • EYOF Bronze Medal (2015)
  • U18 SM-sarja Silver Medal (2015)
  • U16 Huippu-Pohjola Camp Roster (HIFK) (2013)
  • U16 SM-sarja Bronze Medal (2013)

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