Sami Lepisto has impressed the Phoenix Coyotes with his play.
The 24-year-old defenseman was dealt from Washington in the off-season and has a couple of assists in 11 games this season. "I didn't know a lot about Sami before he came here," coach Dave Tippett said. "He's got good agility on his skates, good quickness. His puck play is pretty good. He makes good simple little plays. He's not a big guy, but he's a very competitive guy. So he's been a very pleasant surprise for us. Lepisto has some offensive potential, but has concentrated on the defensive aspects of the game since his recall from the minors on Oct. 7. He is a better hockey player than fantasy option at this stage of his career although he did manage 42 points in 70 AHL games last season. Source: Arizona Republic/Phoenix Gazette
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