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Starting in Vegas Kahkonen will guard the road net Sunday against the Golden Knights, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact It'll be the third straight start for Kahkonen, who's won his last four outings, posting a .915 save percentage in that span. He'll have a tough task against a Vegas team that's averaging 3.3 goals per game, the third most in the NHL.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fourth straight win Kahkonen made 10 saves on 11 shots in relief Thursday in a 6-5 overtime win over Detroit.

Impact He replaced Mackenzie Blackwood with his squad down 4-0, and less than six minutes later, the game was tied and the Sharks had a shot. Kahkonen is on a personal four-game win streak with victories over the Canucks, Devils, Islanders and Red Wings. All five of Kahkonen's wins have come in their the last three weeks (5-1-0). He may have some deep league value if he can keep this hot streak going.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up OT win Kahkonen stopped 33 of 37 shots in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Islanders.

Impact Kahkonen found himself in a 4-1 hole midway through the third period before the Sharks rallied for three unanswered goals in the final eight minutes of the frame, followed by William Eklund's game-winner in the closing seconds of overtime. After dropping his first five starts of the season, the 27-year-old Kahkonen has now won four of his last five outings. He's now 4-6-0 with an .896 save percentage and 3.96 GAA while sharing the crease with Mackenzie Blackwood this year.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits ice first Kahkonen was the first goalie to leave the ice Tuesday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports, indicating he'll defend the cage on the road versus the Islanders.

Impact Kahkonen has secured victories in three of his last four outings while logging a .923 save percentage. The Sharks are currently the worst in the league in shots allowed per game (37.2), so fantasy players should probably expect Kahkonen to continue to see a lot of rubber. If he can limit the number of pucks that cross the goal line, Kahkonen should produce solid fantasy value given that high potential save volume.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steals win in New Jersey Kahkonen stopped 44 of 47 shots in Friday's 6-3 win over the Devils.

Impact The Devils outshot the Sharks 47-18, but Kahkonen's strong play and a burst of offense from the San Jose offense helped the visitors pull off an improbable win. All three of Kahkonen's wins this season have come in his last four outings. He's now 3-6-0 with a 3.99 GAA and an .896 save percentage through 10 appearances. Mackenzie Blackwood continues to see the majority of playing time, but better work from Kahkonen could help him balance the workload eventually.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In goal Friday Kahkonen will be between the pipes on the road against the Devils on Friday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Kahkonen has managed just two wins this season, posting a 2-6-0 record and a career-worst 4.12 GAA. With the 27-year-old backstop struggling, he shouldn't be expected to steal any starts away from Mackenzie Blackwood and will be hard-pressed to see significantly more than 25 starts.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Holds on for second win Kahkonen stopped 30 of 33 shots in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Canucks.

Impact Kahkonen was dealt a humiliating loss in the Canucks' last trip to San Jose earlier in the month, but he was able to get his revenge this time. The 27-year-old never faced a deficit after a strong showing from the Sharks' top six. Kahkonen has earned both of his wins this season over his last three games, and it appears he's starting to work his way into a timeshare with Mackenzie Blackwood. Kahkonen is at 2-6-0 with a 4.12 GAA and an .889 save percentage, so it's still tough to justify rostering him in all but the deepest of fantasy formats.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing Canucks Kahkonen will be in the home crease versus Vancouver on Saturday, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact Kahkonen has struggled all season, going 1-6-0 with a 4.30 GAA and .887 save percentage. Kahkonen was pulled after the first period Wednesday as he gave up four goals on 17 shots in a 7-1 loss in Seattle. The Canucks lead the NHL in scoring, averaging 4.05 goals per game.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unable to handle first-period blitz Kahkonen stopped 13 of 17 shots in the first period of Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Kraken.

Impact Kahkonen was pulled at the start of the second period, and Mackenzie Blackwood wasn't much better, allowing three goals on 13 shots over the last 40 minutes. Kakhonen beat the Blues in his last outing, but behind the Sharks' unsteady defense, he'll continue to need heroic-level performances to keep things competitive. Kahkonen is at a 1-6-0 record with a 4.30 GAA and an .887 save percentage through eight games.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding cage Wednesday Kahkonen will patrol the crease on the road against Seattle on Wednesday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Kahkonen is coming off his first win of the season, stopping 44 of 45 shots against the Blues on Thursday. Overall, the 27-year-old netminder is sporting a 1-5-0 record and a career-worst 3.87 GAA. Unless he suddenly picks up his game, Kahkonen figures to remain the second-choice option behind Mackenzie Blackwood.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong in first win Kahkonen allowed one goal on 45 shots in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Blues.

Impact Kahkonen was excellent in his best outing of the season, which also earned him his first win thanks to some strong goal support. The 27-year-old improved to 1-5-0 with a 3.86 GAA and an .896 save percentage over seven appearances this season. Kahkonen will likely face lots of shots whenever he plays, so repeating a performance like the one he had Thursday will be difficult to do regularly. The Sharks' next game is Monday against the high-scoring Canucks.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Thursday Kahkonen is expected to start in Thursday's home game versus St. Louis.

Impact Kahkonen will continue to look for his first win of the season after starting the campaign with a 0-5-0 record, 4.44 GAA and .875 save percentage in six outings. He's been trending in the wrong direction, though, allowing 11 goals on 58 shots (.810 save percentage) over his last two contests. The Blues are tied for 21st offensively with 2.93 goals per game this campaign.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows five goals in loss Kahkonen stopped 34 of 39 shots in Friday's 5-0 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Kahkonen's quest for his first win of the season will continue, as the Golden Knights made easy work of the Sharks in this game. The 27-year-old has not played well so far, allowing three or more goals in each of his five starts this season while going 0-5-0. Mackenzie Blackwood has backstopped the Sharks to their only two wins so far, and he'll likely get the nod for Sunday's game in Anaheim.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Vegas Kahkonen will patrol the visiting blue paint versus Vegas on Friday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Kahkonen has yet to pick up a win this season, as he is 0-4-0 with a 4.30 GAA and .876 save percentage in five appearances. It doesn't get any easier Friday as the Sharks face the Golden Knights, who lead the Western Conference with an 11-2-1 record.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Tuesday Kahkonen (upper body) will suit up as Mackenzie Blackwood's backup against Philadelphia on Tuesday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen sat out Saturday's 10-2 loss to Pittsburgh because of an upper-body issue. He has posted a mark of 0-4-0 this season with a 4.30 GAA and an .876 save percentage in five appearances. The Sharks returned netminder Magnus Chrona to AHL San Jose on Monday to make room for Kahkonen's return to the lineup.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Kahkonen (upper body) won't be in the lineup Saturday against Pittsburgh, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen, who is considered day-to-day, took part in Saturday's optional morning skate. Magnus Chrona, who was called up from AHL San Jose on Friday, will serve as Mackenzie Blackwood's backup against the Penguins on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Kahkonen (upper body) is questionable for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen was accidentally kneed by Vancouver's Andrei Kuzmenko during the Sharks' 10-1 loss to the Canucks on Thursday. Having allowed six goals on 19 shots, Kahkonen was pulled from the game midway through the second period and briefly went to be checked, but was later seen on the bench, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. However, Kahkonen might have been hurt worse than it initially appeared. If he's not available Saturday, then the Sharks will need to call up a goaltender, who will likely serve as the backup for Mackenzie Blackwood.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rough night in loss Kahkonen surrendered six goals on 19 shots in Thursday's 10-1 loss to the Canucks.

Impact Kahkonen had no answer for the Canucks' power play in the first period. In the second, he was pulled after Andrei Kuzmenko scored, though Kahkonen also got ran over in the crease on the play. He was able to watch the rest of the game from the bench after he was checked out by the Sharks' medical staff, so there shouldn't be any immediate concerns about his availability. Kahkonen is 0-4-0 with 17 goals allowed over five appearances this season on a Sharks team that is playing at a historically bad level 10 games into the campaign.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Faces Canucks Kahkonen will be between the home pipes versus Vancouver on Thursday, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

Impact Kahkonen is 0-3-0 in four appearances this season, giving up 11 goals on 118 shots. The Sharks are the worst offensive team in the NHL, scoring only nine times in nine games, including four in their last six contests. It doesn't look like an ideal spot to start Kahkonen.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Receives no help in shutout loss Kahkonen allowed three goals on 40 shots in Friday's 3-0 road loss against the Hurricanes.

Impact Kahkonen was unable to solve Teuvo Teravainen, as the Carolina winger accounted for all three of the Hurricanes' scores, including one on the power play. The Sharks offense was able to muster just 20 shots on net, and San Jose has now been blanked in seven consecutive periods. That lack of offensive support won't lead to much success for Kahkonen.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Faces 10 shots in relief Kahkonen -- who is expected to start against Carolina on Friday -- gave up one goal on 10 shots after coming on for Mackenzie Blackwood in the second period against Tampa Bay on Th...

Impact Kahkonen didn't face a lot of shots but did play over 30 minutes of ice time -- he is nonetheless still in line to get the start Friday, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now. The 27-year-old Kahkonen will be looking for his first win of the season after suffering losses in his previous two appearances.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Friday Kahkonen is expected to start on the road against Carolina on Friday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Impact It will be the second half of a back-to-back, and coach David Quinn plans to employ both of his goaltenders for it, using Mackenzie Blackwood for Thursday's road contest versus Tampa Bay before sending out Kahkonen on Friday. Kahkonen has an 0-2-0 record while stopping 61 of 68 shots (.897 save percentage) this season. The Hurricanes, who have averaged 3.86 goals per game in 2023-24, are set to face Seattle on Thursday, so Carolina will also be playing on little rest.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up three goals in loss Kahkonen allowed three goals on 36 shots in Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Bruins.

Impact Kahkonen has lost both of his starts so far, allowing seven goals on 68 shots overall. The Sharks have given him just two goals of support, and he hasn't been able to keep them in games. The 27-year-old is likely to continue splitting the crease with Mackenzie Blackwood, who was in net for the only game in which the Sharks have earned a point this year. San Jose begins a road trip Saturday in Nashville.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to face Bruins Kahkonen is expected to guard the home net Thursday versus Boston, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact Kahkonen will attempt to bounce back after surrendering four goals on 32 shots in a 4-1 loss to Vegas on Oct. 12. He had a 9-20-7 record, 3.85 GAA and .883 save percentage in 37 outings last year. Kahkonen has faced Boston just once before in his career, stopping 36 of 38 shots in a 3-2 victory over the Bruins on Jan. 6, 2022.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields four goals Kahkonen gave up four goals on 32 shots in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Vegas didn't dominate the game by any means, but Kahkonen still gave up at least one goal in each period. The 27-year-old is expected to split the goaltending duties with Mackenzie Blackwood early in 2023-24. Kahkonen had an awful 9-20-7 record with a 3.85 GAA and an .883 save percentage in 37 games last season, so there's no guarantee he'll be able to take hold of the No. 1 job for a Sharks team that is expected to be among the worst in the league.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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