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Helenius scores golden goal for Finland at World Championship

NHL News • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:19 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

Helenius scores golden goal for Finland at World Championship
Summary

Finland secured a crucial victory at the World Championship when Niko Helenius netted a golden goal. The forward, who had a strong tournament with 3 goals and 6 points, capped off his successful season. He previously scored 63 points in 63 AHL games with Rochester and made a brief appearance with Buffalo in the NHL. With this win, Finland continues to show its competitive edge in international hockey.

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  • •Niko Helenius scored a golden goal for Finland.
  • •Helenius had 3 goals and 6 points in the tournament.
  • •He finished the season with 63 points for Rochester in the AHL.
  • •Helenius had a nine-game stint with Buffalo in the NHL.
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  • 9:19 PMNHL News — Helenius scores golden goal for Finland at Worlds - NHL.com
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The forward had 3 goals and 6 points at the tournament.

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