KAAPO KAHKONEN NEWS

Slated to start Saturday Kahkonen is expected to start on the road against Philadelphia on Saturday, per Catherine Bogart of the Devils' official site.

Impact Kahkonen is making his first appearance since Sunday due to a lower-body injury, but he did return for Thursday's 6-5 win over Toronto as the backup goaltender. The 27-year-old has a 7-23-3 record, 3.72 GAA and .897 save percentage in 36 outings between San Jose and New Jersey this season. The Flyers are tied for 24th offensively with 2.86 goals per game, so they figure to be a somewhat favorable matchup for Kahkonen.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Backing up Thursday Kahkonen (lower body) will serve as the back up for Thursday's road game versus Toronto, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Jake Allen is expected to get the start with Kahkonen serving as the back up following a one-game absence. Kahkonen's gone 1-3-0 while posting a 2.93 GAA and a .918 save percentage through five appearances since being acquired by the Devils from the Sharks at the trade deadline.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with lower-body injury Kahkonen (lower body) "isn't doing great" after leaving Sunday's game against Nashville, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Kahkonen left after facing just five shots Sunday and the early reports don't sound particularly positive. He'll likely undergo additional testing before the team has a clearer update before Tuesday's matchup with Toronto.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Devils goalie Kahkonen leaves game against Predators in first period with undisclosed injury

New Jersey goalie Kaapo Kahkonen left the Devils’ game against Nashville on Sunday in the first period with an undisclosed injury

APRIL 8, 2024

Exits Sunday's contest Kahkonen (undisclosed) left Sunday's game against Nashville, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Kahkonen stopped four of five shots he faced in the first period before leaving the ice with a trainer. The 27-year-old was replaced by Jake Allen. An update on Kahkonen should be available before Tuesday's tilt with Toronto.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Kahkonen will protect the home net Sunday against Nashville, per Bill Spaulding of MSG Networks.

Impact Kahkonen has a 1-3-0 record with a 2.75 GAA and a .923 save percentage in four starts with New Jersey since being acquired from the Sharks on Match 8. He will get the second half of New Jersey's back-to-back after Jake Allen played in Saturday's 4-3 win over Ottawa. Nashville ranks 12th in the league this campaign with 3.22 goals per contest.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss to Blueshirts Kahkonen turned aside 37 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Rangers.

Impact The Devils erased an early 2-0 deficit with a three-goal second period, but Kahkonen couldn't hold onto the lead against a 15-shot New York barrage in the final frame. The 27-year-old netminder is 1-3-0 in four starts since getting traded to New Jersey, but that record is largely due to a lack of goal support -- he's given up only nine goals on 117 shots (.923 save percentage) with the Devils.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to face Rangers Kahkonen is expected to start on the road against the Rangers on Wednesday, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Kahkonen earned a 36-save shutout against the Islanders in his last start March 24. He has a 7-22-3 record, 3.69 GAA and .897 save percentage across 34 appearances between San Jose and New Jersey this season. The Rangers, who have won 10 of their last 13 games, figure to be a challenging adversary for Kahkonen.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns win over Isles Kahkonen earned a shutout in Sunday's 4-0 victory against the Islanders, stopping all 36 shots faced.

Impact It was Kahkonen's first win for the Devils after joining the club at the trade deadline. Even with the strong performance, the 27-year-old Finn will likely remain the second choice option behind fellow trade acquisition Jake Allen. As such, Kahkonen won't offer more than mid-range fantasy value moving forward.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 25, 2024 • NJ.COM

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MARCH 25, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Starting on Long Island Kahkonen will guard the road net Sunday against the Islanders, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact It'll be the first start since March 16 for Kahkonen as he tries to snap an 11-game losing streak dating back to his time with San Jose. The 27-year-old netminder is 6-20-3 this season with an .895 save percentage and 3.82 GAA. Kahkonen will face an Islanders team that's coming off a 6-3 win over Winnipeg on Saturday.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dark cloak of losing continues Kahkonen allowed three goals on 15 shots in the first period before being pulled in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Arizona.

Impact He was replaced by Nico Daws, who stopped all 16 shots he faced. Kahkonen lost his 11th straight game, dating back to a Jan. 22 win for the Sharks against Kings, and his 20th in his past 21 decisions. There is no reason to think Kahkonen is an option in your fantasy net.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Saturday Kahkonen is expected to start on the road against Arizona on Saturday, per Devils play-by-play announcer Bill Spaulding.

Impact Kahkonen stopped 23 of 25 shots in a 3-1 loss to the Rangers in his Devils debut on Monday after being acquired from San Jose on March 8. He has a 6-21-3 record, 3.76 GAA and .895 save percentage in 32 appearances in 2023-24. The Coyotes, who are tied for 22nd offensively with 2.91 goals per game, should be a favorable matchup for Kahkonen.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falls in Devils debut Kahkonen allowed two goals on 25 shots in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Rangers.

Impact Kahkonen was solid in his first start with New Jersey, allowing just a pair of second-period goals, though the Devils failed to provide much support offensively, sticking the 27-year-old netminder with the loss. Kahkonen struggled behind a porous Sharks defense for much of the year, going 6-20-3 with an .895 save percentage and 3.81 GAA in San Jose. While he should have more opportunities for wins in New Jersey, Kahkonen will likely split goaltending duties with Jake Allen and Nico Daws down the stretch.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Rangers Kahkonen will guard the road goal Monday versus the Rangers, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Kahkonen will make his Devils debut after being acquired from San Jose on Friday. In 31 appearances this season, he has posted a 6-20-3 record with a 3.81 GAA and an .895 save percentage. New York is tied for ninth in the league with 3.32 goals per contest this campaign.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing with New Jersey Kahkonen (not injury related) practiced with the Devils on Sunday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Kahkonen didn't arrive from San Jose in time to backup Nico Daws on Saturday, but he appears ready to go ahead of the Devils' next game Monday versus the Rangers. Kahkonen went 6-20-3 with an .895 save percentage and 3.82 GAA with the Sharks this season. He figures to split goaltending duties with Daws and Jake Allen in New Jersey.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Kahkonen won't be in the lineup Saturday versus Carolina, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

Impact The Devils were hoping that Kahkonen would make it from San Jose to New Jersey in time to suit up as the backup goaltender Saturday, but that apparently won't happen. Kahkonen was dealt to New Jersey in exchange for Vitek Vanecek on Friday. Nico Dawes is expected to start for the Devils versus Carolina on Saturday, with Akira Schmid as the backup.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 9, 2024 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

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MARCH 8, 2024

Acquired via trade Kahkonen was brought in by New Jersey from San Jose one exchange for Vitek Vanecek (lower body) and a seventh-round pick Friday, Jeff Marek of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Kahkonen could be in line to split the goaltending duties with fellow deadline acquisition Jake Allen. It's been a rough season for the 27-year-old Kahkonen, as he has been limited to just six wins in 31 games while sporting a 3.82 GAA and .895 save percentage. Perhaps with a stronger supporting cast, Kahkoenen will be able to put together some wins before hitting free agency this offseason.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Crumbles late in overtime loss Kahkonen surrendered seven goals on 40 shots in Tuesday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Stars.

Impact Kahkonen had a three-goal lead to protect after Mikael Granlund scored in the third period. That lead evaporated when the Stars got three goals in a span of 2:44 in the third period, and Roope Hintz's game-winning tally completed the Sharks' collapse in overtime. Kahkonen is 0-7-2 with 38 goals allowed over his last nine appearances. He's now at 6-20-3 with a 3.81 GAA and an .895 save percentage through 31 games. The Sharks host the Islanders on Thursday.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Tuesday Kahkonen will patrol the home crease Tuesday against Dallas, according to Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact Kahkonen has gone 0-7-1 over his past eight outings, surrendering 31 goals on 275 shots during that span. In 30 appearances this season. he has posted a 6-20-2 record with a 3.70 GAA and an .897 save percentage. The Stars sit fifth in the league this campaign with 3.52 goals per contest.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stops 28 in loss Kahkonen stopped 28 of 32 Wild shots during Sunday's 4-3 loss.

Impact Kahkonen almost grabbed a win against his former team, but a pair of late goals turned the tide against the Sharks. It has been a tough run for the 27-year-old netminder. He's 0-7-1 in his last eight games, and Sunday's .875 save percentage is the best mark he's had over the three most recent contests. The Sharks defense isn't helping a whole lot, but the distinction isn't important for fantasy managers. Things have not gone well recently for Kahkonen.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE