| Pekka Leimu | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born | 11 April 1947 Tampere, Finland | ||
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) | ||
| Weight | 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st 2 lb) | ||
| Position | Left wing | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | Ilves Tampere | ||
| National team |  Finland | ||
| Playing career | 1961–1979 | ||
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