Scouting Report
A first-round watch-list defender against Finnish pros. Currently with Kärpät.
Strengths
- Strong skater
- Shooter's touch
- Puck distribution
- Two-way habits
NHL Projection
Comparable
Top-four D
Frequently Asked About Juho Piiparinen
Who is Juho Piiparinen?
Juho Piiparinen is a Finnish Right Defenseman for Kärpät in the Finnish Liiga, ranked #19 on the Draft Prospects Hockey big board for the 2026 NHL Draft. A first-round watch-list defender against Finnish pros. Currently with Kärpät.
What position does Juho Piiparinen play?
Juho Piiparinen plays Right Defenseman for Kärpät.
Where does Juho Piiparinen play hockey?
Juho Piiparinen plays for Kärpät in the Finnish Liiga.
Where was Juho Piiparinen drafted?
Juho Piiparinen was selected 29 overall by Vegas Golden Knights in round 1 of the 2026 NHL Draft. Draft Prospects Hockey ranked him #19 on its final board.
What is Juho Piiparinen's NHL projection?
Juho Piiparinen projects as a top-four d at the NHL level.
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