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Olli Maatta goal vs.While the Kings have seen offseason acquisitions, rookie call-ups and the development of some players entering their primes give them a boost, they’ve also been aided by the resurgence of veteran defenseman Olli Maatta. Olli Maatta Videos NHL 2012 Entry Draft Profile: Olli Määttä Credit will be given to the author of the profile. Would you like to write a player profile for any prospect that may be entering the 2012 NHL Draft? Email profiles of any player (even players not on our list) to our Webmaster. Doesn't usually go for big hits, but likes to play the body enough to steal the puck. A very patient player who positions himself well. Very good overall skills, though better defensively. Maatta’s sufficient point shot and and valuable passing skills provide him with key power play resources as well.Ī defenceman with a good frame. He can make a clean first pass out of his end to initiate the counterattack, join the rush, or carry the puck into the attacking zone himself. There is no shortfall in Maatta’s offensive game either. He rapidly takes action whether he is in possession of the puck or pursuing it, though some might consider his getting rid of the puck so hastily at times a sign of impatience. Maatta is also unwavering in his decision making. His attack mentality and ability to push opponents off the puck both lead to continuous success in the defensive end. Though he is not the type to stand up a player at the blue line, his strong frame and physical play make Maatta a tenacious defender along the boards. Maatta is an aggressive defender, as he successfully takes away time and space from the opposing puck carrier by consistently closing the gap. His excellent feet and agility allow him to stay with even the speediest of forwards, resulting in quality one-on-one defensive coverage and giving Maatta shutdown capabilities. Maatta is a solid, two-way defenseman who does not possess any significant deficiencies. Submitted by: Todd Cordell of TheHockeyGuys Think Mike Richards, but from a defense point of view.

While I don’t think he will be good enough to anchor a defense core, I think he would be a great number two guy. He needs to fill out his body more, too, but that will come with time.Ĭareer Projection – First pairing (#2) defenseman – Given his size, talent and smarts Maatta projects to be a solid two-way first pairing defenseman. He’s not soft, but he could certainly improve in that area. Weaknesses – Maatta is pretty well rounded, but one area he could improve in, especially given his size, is his physical game.

He has a good shot, an above average first pass and in general is very good at both ends of the rink. His awareness and hockey sense are through the roof, and he’s very good at reading and reacting. He’s one of the best defenseman in the draft in terms of playing in his own zone, and he showed in the playoffs he’s capable of producing offensively as well. He’s a very smart player, is almost always in perfect position and rarely gets caught jumping in offensively, but when he does his skating ability is often good enough to get back in the play. He’s big, strong on his feet and is a good skater. Olli Maatta's Player Profile Strengths – Maatta is one of my favorite draft eligible players this year.

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