Joona
Saarelainen
C · TBL
2026-27
Joona Saarelainen (Tampa Bay Lightning) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Joona Saarelainen
Advanced stats
No stats for this season.
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Prospect value
Scout Report Center →Rank
767
among all 32 teams' prospects
Rating
40/ 100
percentile among prospects at his position
Potential
20/ 80
Limited NHL upside
Ceiling: 0.0 WAR from age 21 to 26
NHL probability
5 %
of playing 200 NHL games from age 21 to 26
Expected WAR, age 21-26
0.0
the most likely outcome
NHLe
16
NHL points over 82 games, from 2025-26 (Liiga, 51 games)
Joona Saarelainen: frequently asked questions
How old is Joona Saarelainen?
Joona Saarelainen is 20 years old: he was born on April 4, 2006.
How tall is Joona Saarelainen, and how much does he weigh?
Joona Saarelainen is 5'9" (175 cm) and weighs 194 lb (88 kg).
Where is Joona Saarelainen from?
Finland: Joona Saarelainen was born in Mikkeli, Finland.
What team does Joona Saarelainen play for?
Joona Saarelainen plays for the Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL, at C, wearing number 49.
Is Joona Saarelainen injured?
No: Joona Saarelainen is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.
Where was Joona Saarelainen drafted?
Joona Saarelainen was drafted 149th overall (round 5) by Tampa Bay Lightning in 2024.
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