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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

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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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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

Starting Sunday Kahkonen will get the road start in Minnesota on Sunday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Kahkonen is getting Saturday off as Magnus Chrona will start in Dallas. Kahkonen is 6-19-2 with a 3.68 GAA and an .898 save percentage this season for a struggling San Jose team. The Wild are averaging 30.2 shots, 20th in the NHL.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loses to Ducks Kahkonen stopped 24 of 29 shots in Thursday's 6-4 loss to the Ducks. The sixth goal was an empty-netter.

Impact Kahkonen is 0-6-1 over his last seven outings, including regulation losses in all five of his games in February. The 27-year-old gave up all five goals over the first two periods Thursday, and the Sharks couldn't muster a comeback in the third. Kahkonen is down to 6-19-2 with a 3.68 GAA and an .898 save percentage over 29 outings. The Sharks have a road back-to-back on tap this weekend, with games Saturday in Dallas and Sunday in Minnesota. Kahkonen and Magnus Chrona are expected to split those games with Mackenzie Blackwood (undisclosed) on injured reserve for the next week at a minimum.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slated starter for Thursday Kahkonen is expected to start at home against Anaheim on Thursday, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

Impact Kahkonen has a 6-18-2 record, 3.63 GAA and .901 save percentage in 28 outings in 2023-24. He's lost his last six appearances while allowing 22 goals on 214 shots (.897 save percentage). Although the Sharks are the underdogs in almost every game, Anaheim, which is tied for 29th offensively with 2.59 goals per contest, is one of the more favorable matchups for Kahkonen.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lit up in relief outing Kahkonen stopped 24 of 31 shots in relief of Mackenzie Blackwood (undisclosed) in Tuesday's 7-2 loss to the Devils.

Impact Kahkonen ended up with the loss after Blackwood left with the game scoreless late in the first period. The two goalies have been alternating starts since the All-Star break, but Kahkonen could take on a majority of the workload if Blackwood is sidelined for any length of time. This was Kahkonen's sixth straight loss, and he's now at 6-18-2 with a 3.63 GAA and a .901 save percentage through 28 appearances this season. The Sharks' next game is a favorable home matchup versus the Ducks on Thursday.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Yields three goals in loss Kahkonen stopped 31 of 34 shots in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Predators. The fourth goal was an empty-netter.

Impact Kahkonen took his fifth straight loss, and he's allowed at least three goals in four of those defeats. The 27-year-old gave up a tally in each period Saturday -- Kiefer Sherwood scored twice and Filip Forsberg also struck on the power play against Kahkonen. For the season, Kahkonen is down to 6-17-2 with a 3.44 GAA and a .905 save percentage over 27 appearances. Kahkonen and Mackenzie Blackwood have been alternating starts lately, which would put the latter on track to face the Devils on Tuesday, while the former would line up for a favorable matchup against the Ducks on Thursday.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slated starter for Saturday Kahkonen is expected to start at home against Nashville on Saturday, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen has lost his last four contests despite stopping 137 of 149 shots (.919 save percentage) in that span. He's 6-16-2 with a 3.46 GAA and a .905 save percentage in 26 appearances in 2023-24. The Predators are on a three-game winning streak in which they've outscored their opponents 14-6, so this might be a difficult matchup for Kahkonen.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to start Saturday Kahkonen is set to start at home against Columbus on Saturday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen has a 6-15-2 record, 3.43 GAA and .905 save percentage in 25 appearances in 2023-24. He saved 38 of 39 shots versus Winnipeg on Wednesday but suffered a 1-0 loss due to a lack of support. The Blue Jackets are tied for 24th offensively with 2.90 goals per game, so this is a favorable matchup for Kahkonen.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Thursday Kahkonen (leg) is available for Thursday's road game against Calgary, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

Impact Kahkonen appeared to be dealing with leg issues towards the end of Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Winnipeg, but it seems he's fine. He has a 6-15-2 record, 3.43 GAA and .905 save percentage in 25 contests in 2023-24. Kahkonen is expected to serve as the backup goaltender Thursday while Mackenzie Blackwood will get the start.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kaapo Kahkonen shines, but Sharks shut out by stingy Jets Goalie Kaapo Kahkonen made 39 saves, including 16 in the second period, but the San Jose Sharks were unable to generate any offense against...

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Appears injured late in game Kahkonen had trouble pushing off with his left leg when attempting to go to the bench for an extra attacker in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to the Jets, Scott Billeck of the Winnipeg Sun r...

Impact Kahkonen stopped 39 of 40 shots in the contest, but the injury is of some concern with the Sharks playing the first game of a back-to-back. The late timing of the injury means an update may not be available until Thursday. The Sharks are expected to start Mackenzie Blackwood versus the Flames on Thursday, but Kahkonen's status will likely be signaled based on if the team calls up another goalie.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • NHL.COM

Starting Wednesday Kahkonen will guard the road goal Wednesday versus Winnipeg, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact In his last appearance, Kahkonen made 31 saves in a 3-2 overtime loss to Anaheim on Jan. 31. He has earned a 6-14-2 record this season with a 3.55 GAA and a .901 save percentage through 24 games played. Winnipeg sits 17th in the league this campaign with 3.02 goals per contest.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loses in overtime Kahkonen stopped 31 of 34 shots in Wednesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Ducks.

Impact Kahkonen had a one-goal lead to nurse in the third period, but Troy Terry tied the game with 1:01 left in regulation. Frank Vatrano then won it for the Ducks with a rush in the final minute of overtime. With losses in seven of his last nine outings, Kahkonen is not in great form heading into the All-Star break. He's down to 6-14-2 with a 3.55 GAA and a .901 save percentage over 24 appearances this season and figures to be in the backup role behind Mackenzie Blackwood following the bye week.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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