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Vinni Heads to AHL with Oilers | Edmonton Oilers News
Eemil Vinni, the Oilers’ second-round pick from 2024, is officially heading to North America on a one-year AHL deal with Bakersfield—his first taste of smaller ice rinks. After a solid Mestis season in Finland, where his save percentage soared and he cracked the Oilers’ top 18 prospects list for his athleticism and skating, Vinni’s raw talent and improving puck tracking make him a rising star. Scouts note he can be overly aggressive, but that’s fixable. Missing part of last season hurt, but his strong finish gives hope. With a full offseason ahead and until 2028 to earn an NHL contract…
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