Lengthy stint at Kings' camp boosts Lintuniemi's game

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Photo: Ottawa 67′s defenseman and Los Angeles Kings prospect Alex Lintuniemi captained the Jokerit U20 squad before moving to North America to play for the 67′s (courtesy of Aaron Bell/OHL Images)


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A stint at the Los Angeles Kings training camp has Helsinki-born defenseman Alex Lintuniemi California dreaming — and the Ottawa 67′s have benefited from his enhanced focus and dedication to the game.

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“I was there with them for a long time and it was a good experience for me,†Lintuniemi said. “It was amazing being around with the NHL guys. They’re Stanley Cup winners so it’s nice to see what you have to do to get to that level.… read more

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[hangons]

Alex Lintuniemi article on Hockey Futures

http://www.hockeysfuture.com/articles/115635/lengthy-stint-kings-camp-boosts-lintuniemis-game/

Gotta love that he is playing 30 minutes a game. I wonder how much Jacob Middleton plays....

 

[Ollie Weeks]

It had no reason to occur, but as soon as I read his name in the title, I thought, "aw christ, now what happened?!"

 

[Jason Lewis]

I was skeptical of the pick when it happened but from what everyone has said about this kid he is as solid as a rock with a lot of potential. Teammates, coaching staff, scouts, opposing players. A lot of good stuff out there about him right now.