Kari Lehtonen

Finnish professional hockey goaltender Kari Lehtonen plays for the Atlanta Thrashers in the National Hockey League. In November of 2008, it was rumored that the Thrashers could be looking to trade Lehtonen, as they have three goaltenders on their roster.Toronto Sun: Thrashers' Depth at Goalie Could Lead to a Deal...

Lehtonen was drafted second overall in the 2002 NHL draft by the Atlanta Thrashers. He made his NHL debut with the Thrashers in 2003, but spent most of his first two seasons with the Thrashers' American Hockey League affiliate, the Chicago Wolves. In 2005, Lehtonen earned a full roster spot with the Thrashers. Lehtonen holds the Thrashers' franchise record for victories and shutouts by a goaltender.Official Site of the Atlanta Thrashers: Kari Lehtonen

• 2002, 2003: Jari Kurri Trophy, best Finnish hockey player
• 2002: Urpo Ylonen Trophy, best Finnish goaltender
• 2002: Highest-ever draft pick European goaltender in the NHL draftOfficial Site of the Atlanta Thrashers: Kari Lehtonen
• 2007: World Ice Hockey Championships silver medal and best goalie award

• 1998-02: Jokerit Helsinki, SM-Liiga (Finland)
• 2002: Drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers
• 2003: Atlanta Thrashers
• 2003-05: Chicago Wolves, AHL
• 2005-present: Atlanta Thrashers

• Mahalo's Guide to Atlanta Thrashers
• Career Stats: Official Site of the Atlanta Thrashers
  • Height: 6 4
  • Weight: 200
  • Rookie Year: 2002

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