Kaapo Kakko takes a shot against the Capitals during the postseason. Getty Images “In my conversation with Kaapo, I took my responsibility. As a coach, I didn’t find it with him,” Laviolette ...

Kaapo Kakko burst onto the world scene with powerful performances to lead Team Finland to the gold medal in both the 2018-19 World Junior Championships and 2019 World Championships that preceded ...

Kakko knows he has to be a part of it to stay a part of it. That's the prove-it part; prove that he can do it consistently, prove that there is, as Laviolette said, more there.

Seattle Kraken right-winger Kaapo Kakko is starting to find his groove with his new team. Kakko was selected with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft by the New York Rangers, but he never ...

Kaapo Kakko was scratched by Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette in New York's last game, and it's safe to say he isn't thrilled with that decision.

Kaapo Kakko doesn't believe his criticism of the New York Rangers led to his being traded to Seattle on Wednesday night, although Kraken general manager Ron Francis believes the player's candor ...

Kakko scored a ton of goals this season. More than any 17-year-old ever in Liiga. But I wouldn’t characterize him as a sniper. He’s got a good shot but it’s not how he’ll score in the NHL.

Kakko, 23, recorded 13 goals and six assists for 19 points in 61 games during the 2023-24 regular season. His 13 goals were the second most of his career (18 in 2022-23).

Kakko’s Complicated Career in New York. The Rangers drafted Kakko with the No. 2 pick in the 2019 draft. Since then, he’s experienced an up-and-down career in Manhattan.

Rangers Hoping Kakko Can Reach Full Potential. Since entering the NHL in 2019, Kakko has struggled to be a consistent NHL player. The winger’s career-high in points is 40, while this past season ...

The lack of speed means that Kakko can’t turn the corner on defenders when he could in Liiga. Whether he’s breaking the puck out or gaining the zone, he’s often unable to separate, resulting ...

The New York Rangers have signed forward Kaapo Kakko to a two-year contract worth $4.2 million. Kakko played in 43 games last year and scored two goals during the Rangers playoff run.