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How The 258th Draft Pick Became The NHL’s Most Dominant Goaltender



How The 258th Draft Pick Became The NHL’s Most Dominant GoaltenderDiscover the incredible journey of Pekka Rinne, the 258th NHL draft pick who defied all expectations to become one of hockey’s greatest goaltenders. From his humble beginnings in Finland to dominating the NHL with the Nashville Predators, this video breaks down how Rinne transformed from an afterthought selection to a Vezina Trophy winner and franchise icon. We analyze his unique playing style, career-defining moments, and the mental toughness that helped him overcome every obstacle. Perfect for hockey fans who love underdog stories and goaltending excellence. Watch how determination and skill turned the 258th pick into an NHL legend that changed the game forever. #PekkaRinne #NHLGoalies #HockeyLegends #NashvillePredators

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  6. @Papapepe888

    Pekka said in a podcast that he loved hockey since he was a child, but for example, in his teens he didn't train at all for one summer because he wanted to hang out with his friends. It wasn't until he was closer to 18 that he put everything on the line and I remember correct only then did he move to the best junior team in the area. Also, when scouts came to Finland to watch him play, he didn't even play, but he gave everything in the warm-ups. He also wasn't drafted until he was 22. He believed that one of the reasons why he got so far in his career was that he was allowed to grow and mature as an athlete in peace.

  7. @Coconyt_yt

    There was barely a 1.5 year span when he had a case for 'most dominant'… Shame they flatlined against the Pens in 2017. That was a terrible verdict.

  9. @ilili703

    I’ve heard some bad pronunciations of Finnish names, but 'Pekka Rene' is definitely one of the worst ever.

  11. @JanzeK

    I used to play hockey when I was a child, but at a certain point my parents had to tell me that unfortunately they could not afford my hobby anymore.

    When I was young, I managed to play with players like Jussi Jokinen and Pekka Rinne. I saw Pekka decades later while his NHL career was still going on. It was nice to see that Pekka was still the same boy I remembered him as, very pleasant, polite, and kept his feet on the ground.

    During and after his career, Pekka has also helped young people with the same problem that my poor family once experienced, because he pays for the equipment of juniors so that they have the opportunity to play hockey.

  13. @nokkamies4988

    Im pretty sure the scout came to watch some other player and saw Rinne in the warmups, and thats how he got drafted

  23. @eemeliikonen585

    I would add also here that he played one last game for his childhood club Kiekko-Ketut in this (24-25) season, after four years of his retirement. They also froze on that night his legendary number #35. In finnish 3rd division he recorded 7-2 win, 44 saves and 95,65%

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