In his native Finland , he has played for Tappara and HPK in the SM - liiga .
Noronen was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft with pick number 21 .
In Noronen 's native Finland , Noronen has played for Tappara and HPK in the SM - liiga .
Noronen was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft with pick number 21 .