Urho Vaakanainen — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Urho Vaakanainen is an NHL defenseman for the New York Rangers.
Scouting Report
Despite being a first-round pick, Urho Vaakanainen, a defenseman in his prime, provides limited impact, primarily logging third-pair or depth minutes. His role is defined by his cautious approach to the game.
He rarely blocks shots and avoids physical play, which limits his defensive contributions in key areas. Furthermore, he seldom generates quality chances, impacting his overall effectiveness.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | New York Rangers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Weight | 202 lb |
| Born | January 1, 1999 (age 27) in Joensuu, Finland |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 1, Pick 18 — BOS |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 34 | 0 | 6 | 6 | -1.1 |
| 2024-25 | 51 | 2 | 14 | 16 | -0.1 |
| 2023-24 | 68 | 1 | 13 | 14 | -2.8 |
| 2022-23 | 23 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -0.9 |
| 2021-22 | 29 | 0 | 6 | 6 | -0.4 |
| 2020-21 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -0.0 |
| 2019-20 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 |
| 2018-19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
Analysis
Across 8 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 0.2 in 2018-19.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urho Vaakanainen's career GAR?
Across 8 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Urho Vaakanainen has accumulated -5.1 career GAR and 46 points.
When was Urho Vaakanainen drafted?
Urho Vaakanainen was drafted in 2017 — Round 1, Pick 18 — BOS.
How tall is Urho Vaakanainen, and how much does he weigh?
Urho Vaakanainen is 6'2" tall and weighs 202 lb. Born January 1, 1999 (age 27) in Joensuu, Finland.