Fans stunned as Avalanche star gets unexpected callout in controversial report
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Fans left stunned as Colorado Avalanche star forward Artturi Lehkonen was unexpectedly singled out in a controversial new report, sparking debate and raising eyebrows across the NHL.
If there's anything more frustrating than seeing a talented NHL player go unrecognized, it's trying to determine which players have truly been underrated, or simply never given a fair assessment in the first place.
Artturi Lehkonen gets unexpected callout in controversial report.
Joe Yerdon from Bleacher Report writes that being one of the quietly best players on the ice for a team like the Avalanche is admittedly easier to pull off, especially with stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar constantly commanding the spotlight.
"Yet, Artturi Lehkonen always finds a way to score a big goal in a big moment and is able to do it consistently." -Yerdon
The 30-year-old has been playing this steady, under-the-radar style since his days with the Montreal Canadiens, but his move to Denver elevated his profile, especially once he was slotted alongside star players like MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen.
"His nose for the net and ability to pounce on loose pucks for goals make him invaluable and when the Avalanche won the Stanley Cup in 2022, it was the Finn who led the playoffs with four game-winning goals." -Yerdon
Last season, he reached a career-high with 27 goals, and since joining the Avalanche, he has been a consistent offensive threat and an exceptional forechecker. His speed pressures puck carriers into mistakes, allowing Colorado to suffocate opponents and quickly shift momentum in their favour.
| POLL | ||
JUILLET 23 | 18 ANSWERS Fans stunned as Avalanche star gets unexpected callout in controversial report Is Lehkonen the most underrated forward in the NHL? | ||
| yes | 12 | 66.7 % |
| no | 6 | 33.3 % |
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