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2019 NHL Draft: Kaapo Kakko is Finland’s next star

There’s still a lot of hockey to be played this season, but today we take a look at one of, if not the most talented wingers of the 2019 NHL Draft class.

You may not be as familiar with the name Kaapo Kakko right now because this year’s draft is all about Floridian centre Jack Hughes, but there’s no doubt that you’re going to be hearing his name for a long time.

Born: February 13, 2001
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 181 lbs.
Position: Right Wing
Shoots: Left
Team: TPS Turku (Liiga)

Kakko is an extremely intelligent playmaker with incredible vision and high-end puck-protection skills.