Top prospect Olli Juolevi claims he's smartest defenseman in draft
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With the NHL Combine underway, Olli Juolevi is selling himself.
The fifth-ranked North American skater, and second-ranked defenseman believes he's the best available, citing his on-ice intelligence as the reason.
Juolevi on why he feels he is top d-man: “Because I’m smartest of the D. That’s something that’s hard to teach." Confident in his hockey IQ
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Property of the London Knights, Juolevi is ranked one spot behind Sarnia Sting rearguard Jakob Chychrun, but he's built an impressive resume leading up to the draft, winning a gold medal for Finland at the World Junior Championships and the Memorial Cup with London.
Both players are expected to be top 10 picks come June 24th.