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Jesperi Kotkaniemi’s name is drawing attention in Minnesota
The Jesperi Kotkaniemi situation has become truly catastrophic in Carolina. The player isn’t performing (really) as well as we’d like with the Hurricanes, and now the organization is stuck with his contract.
NHL News / Oilersnation / January 11
NHL trade rumours: Hurricanes’ Jesperi Kotkaniemi a good option for the Oilers, but cap issues could get in the way
There is a potential third-line centre on the market for the Edmonton Oilers. On Friday morning, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Carolina Hurricanes are listening to offers regarding Jesperi Kotkaniemi.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Last Word On Sports / January 10
NHL Rumours: Carolina Hurricanes May Deal Depth Forward
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re into 2026 and that means the hot stove talk is going to heat up. Trade talks usually intensify after the turn of the new year.
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 10
Early Jesperi Kotkaniemi destinations before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline
The Carolina Hurricanes are one of the best teams in the NHL at this time. However, this does not mean that the team is unwilling to make a subtraction or two from their roster.
The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time
There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.
NHL News / Canucksarmy / January 9
Why the Canucks should not trade for Jesperi Kotkaniemi
It appears that a former Vancouver Canucks target is being made available for trade. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Carolina Hurricanes
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 10
NHL Rumors: Bold Nylander Trade, Kadri Move, & Shopping Kotkaniemi
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the rumor mill kicked into a higher gear this week, with Elliotte Friedman highlighting several situations that could force teams into difficult, franchise-shaping decisions before the Olympic roster freeze.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / January 9
Report: Hurricanes fielding trade offers for Jesperi Kotkaniemi
An already-active winter for NHL roster movement could get even more busy in short order. According to a report from Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Carolina Hurricanes are actively weighing trade offers for center Jesperi Kotkaniemi.
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / January 9
Something Is Shifting Trade-Wise for Jesperi Kotkaniemi in Carolina
According to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, one name to keep a close eye on is Carolina’s Jesperi Kotkaniemi. Already the subject of trade rumors in connection to a failed Phillip Danault trade, and the Hurricanes’ chase to land Quinn Hughes out of Vancouver.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 9
Carolina Hurricanes Reportedly Shopping Jesperi Kotkaniemi
The Carolina Hurricanes are reportedly considering trade offers for center Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported this morning. According to Friedman, the Hurricanes “recognize [Kotkaniemi] needs a fresh start” and are considering trade offers for the 25-year-old pivot at this time.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 25
NHL Rumors: 2 Teams & Fleury, Failed Kotkaniemi Trade, Canucks 'Hybrid Rebuild'
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Marc-André Fleury’s name is resurfacing in comeback chatter, and two teams are being closely linked. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes may not be done shopping for Jesperi Kotkaniemi, who was reportedly dangled in a recently failed trade.
Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / December 24
Hurricanes Nearly Pulled Off Surprise Center Trade Before Roster Freeze
The Carolina Hurricanes were closer than expected to landing a major upgrade down the middle earlier this season — and it came at the expense of a familiar name.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 24
Hurricanes Reportedly Tried To Swap Kotkaniemi For Danault
In a recent episode of Oilersnation Everyday, The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta reported on a recent trade that didn’t go through. Pagnotta suggested that before ultimately dealing him to the Montreal Canadiens, the Los Angeles Kings had conversations regarding Phillip Danault with the Carolina Hurricanes.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6
Hurricanes activate forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi from IR
The Carolina Hurricanes have activated forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi from injured reserve. He missed the last nine games with a lower-body injury sustained while blocking a shot from Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek on Nov.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 25
Hurricanes recall Justin Robidas, move Jesperi Kotkaniemi to IR
Since Kotkaniemi’s IR placement is retroactive to more than a week ago, he is eligible to be activated whenever he is ready to return to the ice.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 15
Two former first-round picks land on IR as rough season continues for Hurricanes
It has been a particularly tough start to the season for the Hurricanes on the injury front, with over 40% of their season-opening roster dealing with some injury or illness within the first six weeks.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / November 14
Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis, Jesperi Kotkaniemi leave game with injuries
A couple of tough injuries for one of the best teams in the Metropolitan Division. During the team’s game against the Vancouver Canucks, Carolina Hurricanes forwards Seth Jarvis and Jesperi Kotkaniemi both left the game early due to injuries.
Noah Dobson, the rebuild and the 'Jesperi Kotkaniemi mistake' finally corrected
What do I want to talk to you about today in my weekly column? Hmmm… Let’s see.. The status of the team’s various prospects? Well, no, I talked about that just last week!
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / August 29
Jesperi Kotkaniemi’s Tenure in Hurricanes’ Top-6 Continues…For Now
The Carolina Hurricanes are going into a new season with Jesperi Kotkaniemi remaining as the second-line center. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour essentially confirmed this in a recent interview with 99.9 The Fan’s Adam Gold.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / August 21
Maple Leafs hire Mikael Kotkaniemi, father of Jesperi Kotkaniemi, as a European Scout
The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Mikael Kotkaniemi, the father of Carolina Hurricanes centre Jesperi Kotkaniemi, as a European scout. The elder Kotkaniemi was quietly added to the Leafs’ management page on their website as one of their 13 amateur scouts on Wednesday morning.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / April 8
Hurricanes’ Jesperi Kotkaniemi out ‘at least a week’ with undisclosed injury
The Carolina Hurricanes will be without center Jesperi Kotkaniemi for at least their next three games. On Tuesday, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind’Amour confirmed per team reporter Walt Ruff that Kotkaniemi is expected to miss at least a week due to an undisclosed injury.
Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / March 15
Hurricanes’ Kotkaniemi Bouncing Back Beautifully in 2024-25 Season
The Carolina Hurricanes are surging at the right time as they are winners of six straight games. After their 4-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night (March 14), they are now 40-22-4 on the season and 27-7-1 at home in the Lenovo Center.
NHL News / Montreal Hockey Now / May 18, 2024
Canadiens Lessons Learned From The Jesperi Kotkaniemi Saga
By now you’ve surely heard about the success (or lack thereof) of former Montreal Canadiens forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi during the most recent NHL playoffs.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / April 14, 2022
Hurricanes' Jesperi Kotkaniemi to return Thursday against Red Wings
During his first season with Carolina, Kotkaniemi had recorded 11 goals and 15 assists across 63 games before the injury.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / March 31, 2022
Hurricanes' Jesperi Kotkaniemi out two to three weeks with lower-body injury
The 21-year-old recently signed an eight-year contract extension with the club and has tied his career high this year with 11 goals.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 4, 2021
Canadiens not matching Hurricanes' $6.1M offer sheet to Jesperi Kotkaniemi
The Canadiens had one week to either match the offer or take a pass. Montreal will receive a first- and third-round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft as compensation.
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