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Nets first goal in return Valimaki scored a goal on his lone shot in Monday's 5-2 win over the Penguins.

Impact After serving as a healthy scratch in Arizona's prior six contests, Valimaki notched his first goal of the season in his return to the lineup Monday, beating Tristan Jarry from the slot to put the Coyotes ahead 2-1 in the second period. It's the first point for Valimaki since Dec. 12 -- he's now up to seven points through 31 games this season. It's been a disappointing campaign overall for the 25-year-old blueliner, as he looked poised to take a step forward following a 34-point (four goals, 30 assists) campaign in 2022-23. Still, Valimaki could have a chance to turn his season around, as he'll remain in the lineup with Troy Stecher (lower body) expected to miss the next four-to-six weeks.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting amid slump Valimaki has been scratched for four straight games after sitting out versus the Flames on Tuesday.

Impact Valiamki was also scratched twice in December amid his eight-game point drought. It's a significant concern the 25-year-old wasn't able to draw in against his former team Tuesday, even with the Coyotes dressing seven defensemen. Valimaki has just six assists with 35 blocked shots, 25 shots on net and an even plus-minus rating over 30 appearances.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Snags power-play assist Valimaki recorded a power-play assist in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Penguins.

Impact Valimaki has two helpers over his last three games, but that's all of his offense across seven contests since he returned from a mouth injury. The 25-year-old defenseman continues to hold down a top-four role with time on the second power-play unit, but his offense hasn't been very impressive this season. He's at six assists, 14 shots on net, 26 blocked shots and a minus-2 rating through 22 outings.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers helper Valimaki put up an assist in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Bruins.

Impact Valimaki helped out on a Clayton Keller goal early in the second period. This was Valimaki's first point in five games since he returned from a mouth injury. The point drought stood at 10 contests overall when accounting for his dry spell before the absence. Despite his lack of offense, the 25-year-old continues to feature on the second power-play unit, even with Janis Moser playing better hockey of late. Valimaki is at five assists, 13 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating through 20 appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action Thursday Valimaki (mouth) will return to the lineup Thursday versus Colorado, according to Leah Merrall of PHNX Sports.

Impact Valimaki has missed the last six games since taking a puck to the mouth versus the Stars on Nov. 14. Valimaki has only four assists in 15 games with three coming on the power play. With the blueliner back in action, he should reclaim his spot with the man advantage, which will likely drop Janis Moser from the power play.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Valimaki (mouth) won't play Tuesday against Tampa Bay, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Valimaki took part in Monday's practice, sporting a full shield to protect his surgically-repaired mouth. He hasn't played since taking a shot to the face against Dallas on Nov. 14. Valimaki has generated four assists, 10 shots on goal and 20 blocked shots across 15 outings this season.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Valimaki underwent surgery to the mouth area after being struck by the puck during Tuesday's game against Dallas, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports Thursday.

Impact It's not clear how long Valimaki will need to recover, but he's in Phoenix while his teammates are set to play in Columbus on Thursday. The 25-year-old has four assists, seven hits and 20 blocks in 15 contests this year. Michael Kesselring is projected to draw into the lineup while Valimaki is absent.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss time Valimaki (face) is expected to miss time after taking a puck to the face Tuesday versus the Stars, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact No official move has been made yet, but it sounds like Valimaki could be a candidate for injured reserve. Morgan adds Vladislav Kolyachonok may be called up to replace Valimaki on the roster if such a move happens.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can't finish contest Valimaki (face) left Tuesday's game versus the Stars after he was struck by a puck, and he was still being evaluated after the contest, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Valimaki left the ice bleeding after taking a puck up high. The defenseman has gone six games without a point, so an injury is the last thing he needs as he looks to get back on track. If he can't play Thursday in Columbus, Michael Kesselring will likely enter the lineup.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies helper Valimaki posted an assist, three shots on goal and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Ducks.

Impact Valimaki ended a three-game point drought when he helped out on Lawson Crouse's second-period tally. Through nine outings, Valimaki has four helpers, six shots on net, 12 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating. The 25-year-old has played in a bottom-four role while also seeing time on the second power-play unit.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies helper Valimaki posted an assist, three shots on goal and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Ducks.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns power-play assist Valimaki registered a power-play assist in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Ducks.

Impact Valimaki has three power-play helpers over the last two games. He saw a season-low 15:50 of ice time while skating on the third pairing in Saturday's contest. Nonetheless, he'll have some fantasy value as long as he sticks on the second power-play unit. Valimaki also has three shots on goal, three hits, two blocked shots and a minus-1 rating through five contests this season.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two helpers in win Valimaki tallied a pair of assists in Thursday's 6-2 win over St. Louis.

Impact Both of Valimaki's assists came on the power play, setting up Nick Bjugstad's opening tally in the first period and Jason Zucker's in the third. It's the first two points of the year for Valimaki after a solid 2022-23 campaign, where he posted four goals and 30 assists in 78 games. The 25-year-old blueliner is averaging 19:41 of ice time through Arizona's first four games while logging time on the second power-play unit.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches 30-assist mark Valimaki notched an assist and two hits in Saturday's 5-4 overtime win over the Ducks.

Impact Valimaki picked a great time for his 30th assist of the campaign, helping out on Barrett Hayton's game-winning goal in overtime. The helper was Valimaki's first point through four games in April. The defenseman has 34 points, 91 shots on net, 93 blocked shots, 59 PIM and a minus-12 rating through 76 contests overall.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects power-play goal Valimaki provided a goal in a 5-2 loss to Dallas on Friday.

Impact Valimaki didn't score a goal and had just one assist over his previous five contests. The marker ending that slump came early in the first period and was scored on the power play. He's up to four goals and 33 points in 72 outings this season, including 12 points with the man advantage.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records helper Sunday Valimaki notched an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Sunday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Avalanche.

Impact Valimaki snapped a three-game point drought with the helper on Clayton Keller's game-tying goal late in the third period. It's been a solid breakout campaign for Valimaki, who is up to three goals, 29 assists, 84 shots on net, 89 blocked shots, 57 PIM and a minus-4 rating through 70 outings overall.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coyotes beat Blackhawks 4-2, push points streak to 8

Juuso Valimaki broke a tie with 3:12 left and the Arizona Coyotes beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 on Saturday night

MARCH 19, 2023 • Associated Press

Coyotes bring losing streak into home matchup with the Blues

The Arizona Coyotes look to stop their three-game losing streak when they take on the St. Louis Blues

MARCH 6, 2023 • Associated Press

Hischier scores in OT as Devils beat Coyotes 5-4

Nico Hischier scored 23 seconds into overtime to give the New Jersey Devils a 5-4 victory over the Arizona Coyotes

MARCH 6, 2023 • Associated Press

Dallas aims to stop home losing streak in matchup with Arizona

The Dallas Stars aim to break their five-game home slide with a win over the Arizona Coyotes

MARCH 1, 2023 • Associated Press

Gets two helpers Wednesday Valimaki recorded two assists in the Coyotes' 4-2 loss to Dallas on Wednesday.

Impact Valimaki's second assist was recorded while Arizona was on the power play. He has two goals and 22 points in 57 contests, including 11 points with the man advantage. Valimaki averaged just 14:47 of ice time over his first 44 outings this season, but that jumped to 22:29 over 12 contests from Jan. 26-Feb. 28, and he logged 23:46 versus Dallas. The 24-year-old's increased role has led to him contributing 10 assists over his last 13 contests.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Central Division foes meet when Arizona hosts Chicago

The Arizona Coyotes face the Chicago Blackhawks in a matchup of Central Division opponents

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • Associated Press

Earns helper versus old team Valimaki posted a power-play assist, three blocked shots and two PIM in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Flames.

Impact Valimaki has two power-play helpers over his last three games, and eight helpers through as many outings in February. The defenseman helped out on Nick Schmaltz's second-period tally Wednesday. Valimaki, who was a first-round pick of the Flames in 2017, now has 20 points, 58 shots on net, 52 blocked shots, 41 PIM and a minus-8 rating through 54 contests in his first season as a Coyote.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts power-play assist Valimaki notched a power-play assist, two hits and two PIM in Saturday's 6-5 shootout loss to the Kings.

Impact Valimaki has produced seven helpers, including three on the power play, through six games in February. The 24-year-old has played on the top pairing for much of the month with Jakob Chychrun (not injury related) and Shayne Gostisbehere (upper body) out of the lineup. Valimaki is growing into the role, and he's now at 19 points, 56 shots on net, 47 blocked shots, 39 PIM and a minus-8 rating through 52 contests.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kings host the Coyotes after Arvidsson's 2-goal game

The Los Angeles Kings host the Arizona Coyotes after Viktor Arvidsson's two-goal game against the Anaheim Ducks in the Kings' 6-3 win

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • Associated Press

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