Predators' Tolvanen makes NHL debut vs. Sabres
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The moment Nashville Predators fans - and many others in the hockey world - have been waiting for has arrived.
Top prospect Eeli Tolvanen will make his NHL debut on Saturday night against the Buffalo Sabres, Predators head coach Peter Laviolette confirmed following the morning skate.
The highly touted winger practiced on Nashville's top line with Viktor Arvidsson and Ryan Johansen, and also got a look on the power play.
Tolvanen terminated his KHL contract and signed his entry-level deal with the Predators earlier this week.
The 18-year-old notched 21 goals and 38 points in 51 games with Jokerit.
Nashville selected him 30th overall in last June's draft.
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