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Oilers Sign Scoring Sensation Atro Leppanen to One-Year Deal

9/23/2025

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The Edmonton Oilers signed defenceman Atro Leppanen to a one-year contract on April 13, 2025.
The 26-year-old led the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) among defencemen in scoring last season.
He impressed at training camp with strong scrimmages and clear offensive potential.
In a recent game, he led ice time, flashed passing, and his style resembles John Klingberg.

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Story summary

The Edmonton Oilers signed defenceman Atro Leppanen to a one-year contract on April 13, 2025.
The 26-year-old led the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) among defencemen in scoring last season.
He impressed at training camp with strong scrimmages and clear offensive potential.
In a recent game, he led ice time, flashed passing, and his style resembles John Klingberg.