Laaksonen is a high-end skater with great offensive instincts on the back end and, while he doesn’t have the best defensive instincts, his offensive upside helps make up for some of his two-way deficiencies. He can act like a fourth forward at times. He has great body and puck control while carrying the puck up and down the ice. He can beat guys in one-on-one situations with his puck skills ...