LAURI
KORPIKOSKI
LW
Ht/Wt
6’1’’,
193 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
9
years
Debut
May 4, 2008
Born
Jul 28, 1986
(38 yrs)
Turku, Finland
Drafted
Drafted by NY Rangers in 2004 (1/19).
Drafted from
TPS Turku (Fin Jr.)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
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| 2017-03-01 |
Acquired from the Dallas Stars.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired winger Lauri Korpikoski from the Dallas Stars for defenseman Dillon Heatherington. |
| 2016-10-10 |
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Dallas Stars to a one-year contract.
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| 2016-10-09 |
Released from training camp by the Calgary Flames.
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| 2016-09-22 |
Signed by the Calgary Flames to a professional try-out contract.
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| 2016-06-30 |
Placed on waivers by the Edmonton Oilers for the purpose of buying him out.
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Olympic | Olympic Bronze Medal Olympic Bronze Medal | 2014 (Finland) |
Scouting Report
Speed is his best attribute, which he uses with aplomb in defensive situations. Plays with lots of energy and spunk. Versatile, he can play all three forward positions and kill penalties. Lacks a little confidence in the scoring department at the highest level. Has good hands but is not a feared shooter, since he does not use that aspect of his game enough to his advantage.
Long Range Potential: Versatile veteran forward.
