If I were to ask you to picture the prototypical analytics age defensive defenseman, the image you would likely conjure up in your head would probably look an awful lot like 2019 Maple Leafs 3rd rounder Mikko Kokkonen. The Tale of the TapeIn terms of describing the way that Mikko Kokkonen plays the game by the eye test, the best words that one could use would be opportunistic and instinctual. In order to fully appreciate what Mikko Kokkonen brings to the table, you have to appreciate what *doesn’t* happen when he’s on the ice. Mikko Kokkonen starts the breakout and picks up one of his two assists in yesterday's contest. #LeafsForever prospect Mikko Kokkonen goes short side for his first goal of the season.

Source: The Nation August 30, 2021 14:26 UTC