laituriihyökkääjä

Laiturihyökkääjä, meaning "winger forward" or "flanker forward" in Finnish, is a position in ice hockey. It refers to a forward player who primarily operates on the wings of the ice, either the left wing or the right wing. These players are distinct from the center, who plays in the middle of the ice. Laiturihyökkääjät are crucial for offensive plays, often being the primary initiators of attacks down the flanks.

Their role typically involves carrying the puck into the offensive zone, making passes to teammates, and taking shots on goal from the sides of the rink. They are often tasked with forechecking and creating turnovers in the opponent's defensive zone. Speed, agility, and good puck-handling skills are essential attributes for a successful laituriihyökkääjä. They also need to be adept at board battles and protecting the puck along the boards. Defensively, they are responsible for backchecking and supporting their defensemen. The specific duties can vary slightly depending on the team's offensive and defensive systems, but their core function remains focused on utilizing the width of the ice for offensive pressure and expansion.