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Winnipeg Jets 2024 5th Round Draft Pick (155th overall): Markus Loponen

Meet the Jets 5th round pick.

With the 155th overall selection the Jets went to Finland to grab Markus Loponen in the 5th round. Loponen is a 6’1 185 pound centre as per Elite Prospects.

Elite prospects describe him as:
Loponen has a variety of different shot types he can utilize. His catch-and-release wrister in particular earned respect from our scouting staff, but his arsenal also includes a very competent inside leg release that he uses to surprise goalies even from longer distances.

Where he was projected in the consolidated rankings of Elite Prospects:
Ranked #128 by MCKEEN’S HOCKEY
Ranked #70 by NHL CENTRAL SCOUTING (EU Skaters)
Ranked #130 by DRAFT PROSPECTS HOCKEY
Ranked #140 by RECRUIT SCOUTING