Jonas Junkka


Jonas Andersson Junkka is a retired Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 1993 NHL Entry Draft, being selected in the 4th round, 104th overall.

Career

Junkka played nine of his ten professional seasons in Europe, the lone exception being when he played for the Syracuse Crunch of the American Hockey League during the 2000-01 season. Although Syracuse was a one-time AHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Junkka joined the team while the Crunch were affiliated with the Columbus Blue Jackets.
At the age of 29 he played his last season in Luleå Hockey but had to retire at that age due to knee and hip injuries.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

Awards and accomplishments