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Nearing return Hakanpaa (knee) could practise with the Leafs main group for the first time next week, reports Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun.

Impact Hakanpaa has been working his way back from arthroscopic surgery this past spring and has been wearing the red no-contact jersey while skating with the Marlies-bound third group. Hakanpaa played 64 games with Dallas in 2023-24, scoring two goals and 10 assists while averaging 18:39.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maple Leafs Facing Tough Decisions Dependent on Jani Hakanpaa's Health Jani Hakanpaa’s health will force the Maple Leafs to make tough decisions.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Maple Leafs' Coach Issues Mildly Positive Update on Jani Hakanpaa Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube is mildly optimistic about Jani Hakanpaa’s return.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Maple Leafs' Jani Hakanpaa Breaks Silence On Career-Threatening Injury Jani Hakanpaa opens up about his knee injury and what he brings to the Maple Leafs.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Maple Leafs sign D Jani Hakanpaa to 1-year deal The Toronto Maple Leafs signed defenseman Jani Hakanpaa to a one-year deal worth $1.47 million on Wednesday.Hakanpaa, 32, recorded 12 points...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Inks one-year deal Hakanpaa (knee) signed a one-year, $1.47 million contract with Toronto on Wednesday.

Impact Hakanpaa has reportedly secured a two-year deal back in July but that contract with never officially announced by the team, leading to speculation regarding the severity of his knee issue. It seems the two sides were finally able to come to an agreement on a one-year deal instead. The blue line in Toronto is pretty packed, from veteran Oliver Ekman-Larson to youngster Conor Timmins. As such, Hakanpaa is far from a lock to suit up for Opening Night against Montreal on Oct. 9.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maple Leafs' Jani Hakanpaa Gets First Major Preseason Update Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jani Hakanpaa could be available to play much sooner than expected.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Reportedly still unsigned Hakanpaa (knee) remains unsigned according to reports, with Leafs general manager Brad Treliving telling reporters Wednesday, "We're working through it," per Lance Hornby of The To...

Impact Multiple reports indicated Toronto signed Hakanpaa to a two-year, $3 million contract back in July, but the organization never officially announced the move and the blueliner isn't listed on the official roster per the NHL media site. Speculation has been circling that the lack of an official deal is tied to the FInn's knee injury, though the Maple Leafs have yet to comment anything beyond Treliving's brief statement Wednesday.

AUGUST 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maple Leafs 'working through' decision on defenceman Hakanpaa Speculation started on July 1 that the Maple Leafs were going to sign defenceman Jani Hakanpaa, but there has been no announcement.

AUGUST 14, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Gets two-year contract Hakanpaa (knee) signed a two-year, $3 million contract with the Maple Leafs on Monday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Hakanpaa had two goals, 12 points, 196 hits and 123 blocks in 64 regular-season outings with the Stars in 2023-24. He didn't play past March 16 due to his knee injury, which required an arthroscopic procedure. Provided Hakanpaa is healthy, he'll probably serve on Toronto's third pairing.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering from knee injury Hakanpaa's lower-body injury is a knee issue that required an arthroscopic procedure, Mike Heika of the Stars' official site reports Friday.

Impact Hakanpaa didn't play past March 16 because of the injury. He had two goals, 12 points, 33 PIM, 196 hits and 123 blocks in 64 regular-season outings in 2023-24. Although there isn't a specific timetable for Hakanpaa's recovery, he's not expected to need further knee procedures.

JUNE 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely for Game 5 Hakanpaa (lower body) is not expected to play in Friday's Game 5 versus the Oilers, Mike Heika of the Stars' official site reports.

Impact Hakanpaa will miss his 31st straight game, though his absence is a bit more noticeable now with Chris Tanev (lower body) questionable for Game 5. Hakanpaa has been considered day-to-day throughout his absence, though he has not regularly skated during the playoffs.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Hakanpaa (lower body) isn't expected to play in Game 4 against Edmonton on Wednesday, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Hakanpaa hasn't been in the lineup since March 16, and it's unclear when he might be able to return. He had two goals, 12 points, 196 hits and 123 blocks in 64 appearances during the regular season.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Hakanpaa (lower body) will not be available Monday against the Oilers, Mike Heika of the Stars' official site reports.

Impact Hakanpaa has not played since March 16 and there's been little update on his return status. The 32-year-old tallied 12 points through 64 games during the regular season.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Hakanpaa (lower body) isn't available for Game 2 against the Oilers on Saturday, per Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.

Impact Hakanpaa hasn't been in the lineup since March 26. He had two goals, 12 points, 33 PIM, 196 hits and 123 blocks in 64 regular-season contests in 2023-24. Although coach Pete DeBoer classified Hakanpaa on Monday as day-to-day, according to Assimakopoulos, the 32-year-old defenseman hasn't been practicing, so he likely isn't close to returning.

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out of action Thursday Hakanpaa (lower body) will not be in the lineup for Game 1 against Edmonton on Thursday, Stars' radio host Owen Newkirk reports.

Impact Hakanpaa will miss his 27th straight game, including the last 13 games of the regular season. The defenseman was a force on the blue line when he was in the lineup, blocking 123 shots and picking up 196 hits in 64 games. He has not been practicing and there remains no timetable for his return.

MAY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still day-to-day Hakanpaa (lower body) didn't practice Monday and remains day-to-day prior to Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on Thursday, according to Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morn...

Impact Hakanpaa has missed the last 26 contests, including Dallas' first 13 playoff outings. It is still unclear when he will be available to return. If Hakanpaa can't play Thursday, Alex Petrovic or Nils Lundkvist will be in the lineup against Edmonton or Vancouver.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return in second round Hakanpaa is not traveling with the Stars or practicing, so it's unlikely he'll play in the remainder of the second round, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News reported Thu...

Impact Hakanpaa has been out since March 16 and is effectively out on an indefinite basis until he practices. With Hakanpaa continuing to be sidelined, Nils Lundkvist is holding down a third-pairing role with minimal ice time.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Wednesday Hakanpaa (lower body) will remain on the shelf for Game 5 against the Avalanche on Wednesday, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Hakanpaa hasn't played since March 16 versus the Kings, a stretch of 24 games on the shelf due to his lower-body problem. At this point, until he shows up at practice, Hakanpaa should probably be considered out indefinitely. Even if cleared to play, the defenseman is far from a lock for a spot in the lineup anyway.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Hakanpaa (lower body) won't play Monday in Game 4 versus the Avalanche, according to Ryan Boulding of NHL.com.

Impact Hakanpaa sat out the final 13 games of the regular season and will miss his 11 straight playoff contest. It's still unclear when he will be available to return to the lineup. Hakanpaa registered two goals, 12 points, 56 shots on net, 123 blocked shots and 196 hits in 64 appearances during the 2023-24 campaign.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still unavailable Hakanpaa (lower body) won't play Saturday in Game 3 against Colorado, according to Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.

Impact Hakanpaa missed the final 13 games of the regular season and will sit out his 10th consecutive playoff contest. He earned two goals, 12 points, 56 shots on net, 123 blocked shots and 196 hits in 64 appearances during the 2023-24 campaign.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Hakanpaa (lower body) won't play in Game 1 Tuesday against Colorado in Round two of the Stanley Cup playoffs, per Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.

Impact Hakanpaa hasn't played since March. 16 and played a total of 64 regular season games, recording two goals and 10 assists. The 32-year-old will likely slot into the second or third defensive pairings when he returns to action. He will likely return later in this series or potentially the next series if Dallas advances.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Hakanpaa (lower body) isn't available for Game 5 versus Vegas on Wednesday, according to Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine.

Impact Hakanpaa hasn't been in the lineup since March 16. He had two goals, 12 points, 33 PIM, 196 hits and 123 blocks in 64 regular-season outings. His absence has resulted in Nils Lundkvist playing regularly.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Hakanpaa (lower body) has yet to return to practice, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News reports Saturday.

Impact Hakanpaa is likely not an option for Saturday's Game 3 or Monday's Game 4, and if the Stars don't win one of those games, their season is over. Hakanpaa's continued absence will keep Nils Lundkvist in the lineup on the third pairing. Hakanpaa can be considered out indefinitely until he resumes practicing with the team.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Hakanpaa (lower body) is expected to miss Game 2 on Wednesday, according to Brian Rea of Bally Sports Southwest.

Impact Hakanpaa hasn't been able to play since March 16 due to the injury. He had two goals, 12 points, 33 PIM, 196 hits and 123 blocks in 64 appearances during the regular season. When Hakanpaa is healthy, he might replace Nils Lundkvist in the lineup.

APRIL 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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