Harri Säteri
Finnish ice hockey goaltender
Played professional ice hockey, primarily in the position of goaltender. Säteri spent several seasons in the Liiga, Finland's top-tier league, representing teams such as Tampereen Ilves and KalPa. Later, he played in the American Hockey League and made appearances in the National Hockey League. Säteri also contributed to the Finnish national team, competing in international tournaments. In 2019, he won a gold medal at the IIHF World Championship.
Won gold at the 2019 IIHF World Championship
Played for Tampereen Ilves and KalPa
Appeared in the NHL with the Florida Panthers
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