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Officially on top line Kerfoot provided an assist, two hits and four PIM in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Senators.

Impact Kerfoot's ice time has been tracking up for weeks, and he was finally moved to the first line for this game, centering Clayton Keller and Nick Schmaltz. Kerfoot's helped came on Keller's game-tying goal in the third period. The 29-year-old Kerfoot has an assist in each of the last two games, though his two-way play will be what keeps him in the top six for as long as it lasts. Overall, the center is up to 17 points, 42 shots on net, 19 hits, eight PIM and a plus-3 rating across 31 outings.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out helper Kerfoot posted an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Saturday's 2-0 win over the Sabres.

Impact Kerfoot snapped a five-game point drought with the helper. The 29-year-old remains in a third line role, but he's seen a substantial uptick in ice time since late November. He earned it with a burst of offense around the start of the month, though he's hardly been the epitome of consistency. Overall, Kerfoot is at two goals, 14 helpers, 41 shots on net, 17 hits, 15 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 30 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another three point game Kerfoot logged three assists in Monday's 6-0 win over Washington.

Impact Kerfoot picked up a pair of assists in Arizona's five-goal opening period before adding his third helper on Nick Bjugstad's shorthanded tally in the second. The 29-year-old Kerfoot has been on quite a run, tallying points in four straight games, including six (a goal and five assists) in his last two contests. He's up to 15 points (two goals, 13 assists) through 24 games while centering the Coyotes' third line and top power-play unit.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records three points Saturday Kerfoot had a goal and two assists in Arizona's 4-1 win over St. Louis on Saturday.

Impact Kerfoot extended his scoring streak to three games, giving him a goal and six points in that span. That brings him up to two goals and 12 points in 23 contests this season. The 29-year-old struggled early in the campaign, recording just three points (all assists) over his first 13 outings. Perhaps his more recent offensive success is the result of him settling in with Arizona -- before 2023-24, he had spent four years with the Maple Leafs. Even still, with his middle-six role, Kerfoot isn't likely to surpass his career high of 51 points, which was set in 2021-22.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps out on power play Kerfoot logged a power-play assist and five shots on goal in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Avalanche.

Impact Kerfoot continues to improve after a move to the third-line center spot. He's earned five helpers over his last six games, and his assist Thursday was his first power-play point of the campaign. The 29-year-old has nine points, 30 shots on net and a minus-1 rating through 22 appearances. He should remain on the third line until Barrett Hayton (upper body) or Jack McBain (lower body) are available to play again.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes two assists in win Kerfoot logged two assists and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Lightning.

Impact Kerfoot helped out on both of Michael Carcone's goals in this contest as the Coyotes' third line carried the load on offense. After an awful start to the campaign, Kerfoot has picked up four assists over his last five games to provide more consistency. He's at one goal, seven helpers, 25 shots on net, 11 hits and a minus-2 rating through 21 contests overall.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs helper in loss Kerfoot posted an assist in Wednesday's 6-5 loss to the Blues.

Impact The Coyotes continue to shuffle their centers around with Barrett Hayton (upper body) on injured reserve. Kerfoot was on the third line with Michael Carcone -- whose goal he assisted on -- and Jason Zucker to begin Wednesday's contest. Kerfoot has three points over his last six games, but he's been limited to six points, 23 shots on net, 10 blocked shots and a minus-4 rating through 19 outings overall.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Kerfoot provided an assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Jets.

Impact Kerfoot has a goal, an assist and six shots on net over his last four games. The 29-year-old remains in a bottom-six role, and he's yet to see consistent power-play time that would help his offense. Kerfoot has a goal, four helpers, 20 shots on net and a minus-1 rating over 17 appearances.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first goal for Arizona Kerfoot scored a goal on two shots and added four PIM in Saturday's 7-5 win over the Predators.

Impact Kerfoot tied the game at 4-4 in the second period with his first goal as a Coyote. While Arizona's offense has been impressive at times this season, Kerfoot has often been a passenger. He's at four points, 16 shots on net, seven hits, six blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through 14 appearances for his new team. The forward amassed 83 points over 164 outings with the Maple Leafs across the previous two seasons.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks out of slump Kerfoot distributed three assists and went plus-4 in Monday's 8-1 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Kerfoot remains without a goal, but his trio of assists got him onto the scoresheet for the first time in eight games this season. He helped out on Josh Brown's go-ahead goal as well as both of Jack McBain's tallies in this blowout win. Kerfoot has added eight shots on goal, six hits, four blocked shots and a plus-2 rating to begin his Coyotes career. He's mainly been in a middle-six role, but he was dropped to the fourth line for this game, and he may stay there given the positive results.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to desert Kerfoot signed a two-year, $7 million contract with the Coyotes on Saturday, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Kerfoot will carry the same $3.5 million cap hit he had on his last deal, a four-year pact with the Maple Leafs. The 28-year-old forward had 32 points in 82 contests last year, down from a career-best 51 points in 82 outings during 2021-22. He's versatile enough to slot in anywhere in the Coyotes' middle six as they look to take a step forward in 2023-24.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Kerfoot Cleans Up Rebound To Put Maple Leafs On Board First In Game 2

MAY 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Second goal of postseason Kerfoot scored a goal Thursday in a 3-2 loss to the Panthers in Game 2.

Impact Kerfoot put the Leafs up 1-0 at 2:20 of the first period by stuffing in a rebound at the top of the crease. It was his second goal of the postseason. Kerfoot registered one shot and one hit in 11:14 after skating under 10 minutes in Game 1.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Kerfoot | Pre Game Alexander Kerfoot speaks with the media ahead of tonight's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

APRIL 29, 2023 • NHL.COM

NHL roundup: Alexander Kerfoot's OT goal caps Leafs' comeback Alexander Kerfoot scored 4:14 into overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs an unlikely 5-4 comeback win in Game 4 of their first-round Stan...

APRIL 25, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Kerfoot scores in OT, Leafs roar back to stun Lightning and grab 3-1 series lead TAMPA, Fla. - Sheldon Keefe had a strong sense Alexander Kerfoot was going to have a big moment for his team.

APRIL 25, 2023 • THESTAR.COM

Scores overtime winner in Game 4 Kerfoot provided the overtime winner in Toronto's 5-4 victory over Tampa Bay in Game 4 on Monday.

Impact Kerfoot hadn't registered a point over his last eight contests, including the first three outings of this series, but he came through when it mattered most. All the same, he shouldn't be counted on to make regular offensive contributions. Even with Monday's game going into overtime, Kerfoot logged just 12:22 of ice time. During the 2022-23 campaign, he had 10 goals and 32 points in 82 appearances.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Kerfoot | Practice Alexander Kerfoot speaks with the media following Sunday's practice.

APRIL 9, 2023 • NHL.COM

Scores in win Kerfoot scored a goal on his lone shot in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Kerfoot gave Toronto a 2-1 lead in the second period, poking home a rebound off a Nick Abruzzese shot. Overall, it's been a slow year for Kerfoot offensively, but he's been fairly productive of late, tallying three goals and four points in his last seven games. The 28-year-old center has 10 goals and 22 assists through 77 games this season.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal vs. Nashville Kerfoot provided a goal in Toronto's 3-2 win over Nashville on Sunday.

Impact Kerfoot ended a 25-game goal-scoring drought when he found the back of the net Thursday, and he's now tallied two markers over his last three contests. His latest goal came early in the second period to extend Toronto's lead to 2-0. Kerfoot's up to nine markers and 30 points in 73 outings this season, though that's well below his 2021-22 finish of 13 goals and 51 points.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends 25-game goal drought Kerfoot scored a goal Thursday in a 6-2 win over the Panthers.

Impact Kerfoot popped the puck between Sergei Bobrovsky's pads from the slot after a sweet feed from John Tavares. It was his first goal since Jan. 17, ending a 25-game goal drought.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kerfoot scores in 9th round of SO, Maple Leafs beat Senators

Alexander Kerfoot scored the deciding goal in the ninth round of the shootout, and Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators 5-4

MARCH 19, 2023 • Associated Press

Records assist Monday Kerfoot registered an assist against the Sabres on Monday.

Impact Kerfoot may have ended his eight-game point slump, but he still hasn't found the back of the net in 21 consecutive contests. During his goal drought, Kerfoot has managed just 32 shots, including recording zero shots in three of his last six games. Despite his lack of production, Kerfoot has continued to feature in a top-six role.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Kerfoot | Pre Game Alexander Kerfoot addresses the media ahead of tonight's game against the New Jersey Devils

MARCH 7, 2023 • NHL.COM

Alexander Kerfoot | Practice Alex Kerfoot speaks with the media following practice on Friday.

MARCH 4, 2023 • NHL.COM

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Kerfoot scores in 9th round of SO, Maple Leafs beat Senators