Rasmus Ristolainen
Finnish ice hockey player with high defensive skills
Born
October 27th, 1994
30 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Finland
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Ristolainen is a professional ice hockey defenseman. He was drafted 8th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2013 NHL Draft. Ristolainen has played multiple seasons in the NHL, showcasing strong defensive play and offensive contributions. He has represented Finland in international competitions, including the IIHF World Championships.
Drafted 8th overall by the Buffalo Sabres
Competed in IIHF World Championships
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