S2 Ep9: Building Confidence: Jonathan Lekkerimäki on Life With the Vancouver Canucks

John Shannon and Kevin Woodley welcome Vancouver Canucks forward Jonathan Lekkerimäki to 100% Canucks for a conversation about his development, growing confidence, and the adjustments that come with establishing himself in the NHL.
The guys begin by examining Vancouver's 6-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, including another difficult third period, the team's defensive struggles, and some encouraging moments on special teams. They also discuss the contributions of Max Sasson and Lekkerimäki as the Canucks continue searching for consistency.
Lekkerimäki then joins the show to discuss his progress as a young NHL player, from improving his defensive responsibilities and competing along the boards to creating more offensive opportunities. He reflects on the differences between European and North American hockey and the work required to become a more complete player.
The conversation also explores Lekkerimäki's shooting ability, including the influence of elite goal scorers Steven Stamkos and Alex Ovechkin. He discusses his recovery from shoulder surgery, his return to full health, and the story behind switching to number 88.
With Vancouver navigating a difficult start to the season, Lekkerimäki also shares his perspective on staying confident, managing emotions, and continuing to develop under Manny Malhotra and the Canucks' leadership group.
It's a closer look at one of Vancouver's promising young forwards and the work behind becoming an everyday NHL player.