Valtteri Ojantakanen has made headlines as he topped the Finnish SM-liiga regular-season scoring chart with an impressive 37 goals, leading his team JYP back to the playoffs after a seven-year hiatus. At just 25 years old, these playoffs mark his first after over 300 regular-season games, showcasing a significant milestone in his professional career. Ojantakanen shares his excitement, stating that he is eager to finally experience the playoff atmosphere.

His achievement of 37 goals ranks him among the greats in JYP's history, with only Risto Kurkinen scoring more in a single season back in 1986-1987. Ojantakanen’s goal tally is also remarkable when compared to the last 25 seasons, as only Janne Lahti has reached a similar mark in 2010-2011 while playing for Jokers. This accomplishment has positioned Ojantakanen as the leading goal scorer of the 2020s in the SM-liiga, with a total of 116 goals.

Despite his individual success, Ojantakanen emphasizes the importance of teamwork and gives full credit to his teammates for his scoring opportunities. He humbly downplays his personal accolades, highlighting their contributions instead. Meanwhile, head coach Petri Matikainen commends Ojantakanen for his stellar performance, indicating that his success is a testament not only to his skills but also to the collective efforts of the entire JYP team.