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DENVER — The Avalanche fell to 0-2 after another uninspiring goaltending performance at Ball Arena on Saturday. Jack Johnson and the Columbus Blue Jackets scored five times before the game was halfway through and held the lead the rest of the way, defeating Colorado 6-4.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 11

Avalanche claim G Kaapo Kahkonen off waivers

The Colorado Avalanche claimed veteran goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen off waivers from the Winnipeg Jets on Friday. Kahkonen, 28, played last season with the San Jose Sharks and New Jersey Devils, posting a 7-24-3 record, .898 save percentage and 3.64 goals-against average in 37 games (33 starts).

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / October 11

Bruins place Ian Mitchell on waivers; Lavoie, Kahkonen both claimed

The Boston Bruins have placed defenseman Ian Mitchell on waivers. Mitchell appeared in 13 games with Boston during the 2023-24 season, registering two assists.

NHL News / Colorado Hockey Now / October 11

Avalanche Claim Goalie Kaapo Kahkonen off Waivers

The Avalanche added a goaltender on Friday, claiming Kaapo Kahkonen off waivers from the Winnipeg Jets. Kahkonen, 28, is on a one-year deal with a $1 million AAV.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 10

Kaapo Kahkonen, Raphaël Lavoie and Spencer Smallman placed on NHL waivers for Oct. 10

Three NHLers have been placed on waivers on Oct. 10 – including someone who has become quite a familiar face. Goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen (Winnipeg Jets), Raphaël Lavoie (Edmonton Oilers) and Spencer Smallman (Washington Capitals) are up for grabs after getting put on waivers by their respective teams on Thursday afternoon.

NHL News / New Jersey Hockey Now / October 10

Ex-Devils Goaltender Surprisingly Hits Waivers

It looks like the three-headed goalie monster in Winnipeg could be coming to an end. The Winnipeg Jets placed ex-New Jersey Devils goaltender, Kaapo Kahkonen, on waivers Thursday afternoon.

Kaapo Kahkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 10

Jets place goaltender with real starting experience on waivers

Jets place goaltender with significant starting experience on waivers

The Jets have placed goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen on waivers.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / October 9

Oilers Game Notes 1.0: Jets looking for young players to step up this season

After the shortest off-season in recent memory, we’re back. The Edmonton Oilers will host the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday night as both teams embark on their respective seasons.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 4

Jets’ Backup Battle Brewing with Comrie and Kahkonen Signings

There will be a battle to the be Jets’ backup for the upcoming season after Laurent Brossoit departed in free agency and Eric Comrie and Kaapo Kahkonen were brought on board.

New Jersey Devils News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Former Devils Goalie Signs New Contract

The former New Jersey Devils goaltender has a new contract. After spending time between the San Jose Sharks and New Jersey Devils, Kaapo Kahkonen is signing with the Winnipeg Jets.

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / May 22

Devils’ Offseason Checklist Needs to Keep the Playoffs in Mind

As the 2024 postseason takes place, the New Jersey Devils are absorbed in coaching rumors galore. The moment that Lindy Ruff was fired, it was obvious that New Jersey would need to begin their offseason checklist by hiring a new coach to lead the team.

New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / April 16

Devils Postmortem: What Went Wrong in Dreadful 2023-24 Season? Massive Decisions Ahead

New Jersey Devils interim head coach Travis Green began Monday night’s postgame press conference explaining that although this season was a disappointing one, the future remains bring.

New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / April 9

Devils Recall Goaltender from AHL, What it Means

The New Jersey Devils announced on Tuesday morning that goaltender Akira Schmid has been recalled from the American Hockey League. The Devils found themselves in need of a goaltender, likely as a result of an injury to goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen on Sunday against the Nashville Predators.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 8

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New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / April 8

Devils Goaltender Injured vs. Predators, What it Might Be

Before puck drop on Sunday night, New Jersey Devils interim head coach Travis Green described Curtis Lazar’s health status as, “Not great.” Green continued by explaining that Lazar has an upper-body injury that could keep him out of the remaining four games of the regular season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 24

Kaapo Kahkonen, Devils take down Islanders 4-0

Jack Hughes collected a goal and an assist in his 300th regular-season game, Kaapo Kahkonen made 37 saves to snap a personal 11-game losing streak and the New Jersey Devils scored three times in the second period of a 4-0 victory over the New York Islanders on Sunday in Elmont, N.Y.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 9

Reaction to Devils Trade for Kaapo Kahkonen

The 2024 Trade Deadline has now come and gone. The biggest trade was likely the unexpected Tomas Hertl trade to the Vegas Golden Knights. One trade that wasn’t as talked about, but was surprising, was the New Jersey Devils’ goaltender swap.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 9

New Jersey Devils acquire Kaapo Kähkönen from San Jose Sharks for Vitek Vanecek, seventh-round pick

A goalie-for-goalie transaction happened near the NHL Trade Deadline. The New Jersey Devils have acquired netminder Kaapo Kähkönen from the San Jose Sharks.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / February 29

Trade Candidate Kahkonen Knows What To Expect As Sharks Near Deadline

Going into his first Trade Deadline as a pending UFA, Kaapo Kahkonen already had a taste of what this time of year can bring. Shortly after the Minnesota Wild acquired Marc-Andre Fleury at the 2022 Deadline, they sent him to the San Jose Sharks while he was a pending RFA.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / February 25

Sharks Let Kahkonen Down Again in Loss to Predators

The San Jose Sharks showed good fortitude on Saturday night (Feb. 24) against the Nashville Predators, but ultimately fell short in a 4-2 loss. They stayed competitive the whole way and had some strong sequences, but got outplayed for too much of the contest and took their third straight defeat.

NHL News / San Jose Hockey Now / February 14

Kahkonen Makes 39 Saves in 1-0 Loss to Jets, Sturm Leaves Game With Injury

The San Jose Sharks visit the Winnipeg Jets in their first game in two weeks. The Sharks got shut out 1-0 by the Jets, wasting a 39-save Kaapo Kahkonen masterpiece.

San Jose Sharks News / Field Level Media / January 23

Kaapo Kahkonen shines as Sharks edge Kings in shootout

Kaapo Kahkonen made 43 saves and stopped both attempts in the shootout to help the visiting San Jose Sharks earn a 4-3 win against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / January 18

Pending UFA Kahkonen Wants To Be Wanted

Kaapo Kahkonen knows all too well about dealing with the Trade Deadline. After all, it was a deadline day trade from the Minnesota Wild which brought him to the San Jose Sharks in the first place in 2022.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7

Sharks goaltender Kahkonen is drawing trade interest

Sharks goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen is drawing trade interest

In an article from Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now, he passes along a note from Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, who claims that the Sharks are receiving trade interest in Kaapo Kahkonen.

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