Helenius is trending toward a bright NHL future, but what's his outlook for the upcoming season?
The Buffalo Sabres selected Konsta Helenius at No. 14 overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, and so far he's lived up to the sky-high expectations associated with being an early pick. The question is whether he's already closing in on a full-time role with the big club.
Helenius enjoyed a solid first season in North America. The center recorded 35 points (14 goals and 21 assists) in 65 regular-season games for the AHL's Rochester Americans.