Career
He started his professional career in Ilves in 1988-1989 and played until 2001, representing also TPS, Ässät and Kärpät in Master of Science-liiga. His playing career also included one season in Sweden with AIK. After his playing career, he has worked as a coach. He led Ässät to Finnish championship in 2013 and coached Finland men"s national junior ice hockey team to the world championship in 2014.