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Former NHLer Jesse Puljujarvi reveals replacement World Championship gold medal in hilarious fishing video

A mystery has been solved…sort of. First reported by Finnish news outlet Iltalehti, Finland forward and former NHLer Jesse Puljujarvi has received a new gold medal to celebrate his win with his countrymen at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24

Jesse Puljujarvi Garnering NHL Interest

The saga surrounding former fourth-overall pick Jesse Puljujarvi may not be done just yet. The Finnish winger is reportedly garnering attention from forward-needy teams around the league after a standout year in Switzerland’s National League per David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 24

Former top Oilers draft pick returning to the NHL?

It looks like Jesse Puljujarvi could be on his way back to the NHL. The former fourth-overall draft pick by the Edmonton Oilers has struggled to find his footing in the league, having started in Edmonton, then gone overseas, returned to play with Carolina, Pittsburgh, and Florida, and then left again for the Swiss league.

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NHL Notebook: Wild sign McCarron; Puljujarvi loses gold medal

NHL free agency is on the horizon, and we are seeing more and more teams lock up their guys before the phones start ringing. Michael McCarron is the newest of the bunch, as he and the Minnesota Wild have reportedly come to terms on a six-year contract extension that will pay the six-foot-six forward $3.3 million annually.

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Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

Former NHLer Jesse Puljujärvi loses World Championship medal, fans urged to check karaoke bars

A champion seems to have misplaced some important hardware. According to the latest episode of Urheilucast, a Finnish podcast hosted by Esko Seppanen, Finland forward and former NHLer Jesse Puljujarvi has lost the gold medal he won at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 24

2026 IIHF World Championship: Celebrini, Puljujarvi highlight top standouts from Day 10

The playoff picture is starting to look a bit clearer at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship in Switzerland. Canada, Finland, Latvia, and Denmark all took home victories on Sunday, beating Slovakia, Austria, Great Britain, and Italy, respectively.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / January 7

Why Edmonton Oilers’ Kasperi Kapanen should be a reserve forward for Finland’s Olympic team

Last night, Edmonton Oilers forward Kasperi Kapanen made his return to the lineup after an extended injury absence. That absence included a setback at practice, when he was on the verge of returning initially.

NHL News / Oilersnation / August 3, 2025

Oilers: How Jesse Puljujarvi stacks up with the 2016 NHL Draft

It’s safe to say that Jesse Puljujarvi never panned out in the National Hockey League. Drafted by the Edmonton Oilers fourth overall in the 2016 draft, Puljujarvi is the latest installment in a new series looking back at past Oilers draft picks, and how they stack up with their respective classes.

Florida Panthers News / Hockey Latest / July 30, 2025

Fans Call Out Former Oilers First-Round Pick After He Unexpectedly Goes Wild on Stage During Performance

Former Oilers first-round pick Jesse Puljujarvi was partying hard in a new viral video while he was standing on a stage, leading fans to call him out. Edmonton's 2016 NHL Draft could have been their turning point, but if only they had handled things differently.

NHL News / Oilersnation / July 8, 2025

NHL Notebook: Jesse Puljujarvi signs two-year contract in Switzerland

Former Edmonton Oilers winger Jesse Puljujarvi has signed a two-year contract to continue his hockey career in Switzerland. The Swiss National League’s Genève-Servette HC announced the signing on Tuesday morning.

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NHL News / Breakaway on SI / July 8, 2025

Biggest NHL Draft First Round Busts

The NHL Draft is a game of chance. While organizations work through their due diligence, the margin for error is gigantic. Look at former third-overall pick of the Edmonton Oilers, Jesse Puljujarvi.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / July 8, 2025

Former NHLer Jesse Puljujarvi signs two-year deal in Switzerland

A polarizing player is heading overseas. On Tuesday, Genève-Servette HC of the National League in Switzerland announced that the team has signed forward Jesse Puljujärvi to a two-year contract.

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Florida Panthers News / House of Hockey / July 3, 2025

Former Top-5 Pick Jesse Puljujarvi Done in the NHL

Former Edmonton Oilers 4th overall pick Jesse Puljujarvi has seemingly given up on extending his career in the North America, instead signing with Geneve-Servette HC in the Swiss National League as the NHL's free agency period begins.

Florida Panthers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 17, 2025

Puljujarvi Suspended Two Games for Illegal Hit, Sent to AHL

Florida Panthers forward Jesse Puljujarvi has been suspended for two games by the NHL’s Department of Player Safety for an illegal check to the head of Tampa Bay Lightning forward Mitchell Chaffee during a game on April 15.

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / April 16, 2025

Panthers F Jesse Puljujarvi to have hearing after headshot

Florida Panthers forward Jesse Puljujarvi is set for a disciplinary hearing with the NHL on Thursday after being assessed a match penalty for his illegal check to the head of Tampa Bay Lightning winger Mitchell Chaffee on Tuesday night.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / February 12, 2025

Puljujarvi Tells His Side of the Story; Why He Left Penguins

Jesse Puljujarvi knows he lost a good chunk of change by requesting a mutual contract termination from the Pittsburgh Penguins last week. Still, he didn’t care.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / February 12, 2025

Former first-round pick Jesse Puljujarvi signs with new team

Jesse Puljujarvi's contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins was terminated this weekend, and he now finds himself with a Stanley Cup contender.

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Penguins Move to Terminate Puljujarvi Contract

PHILADELPHIA — The debate over Jesse Puljujarvi’s place in the Pittsburgh Penguins organization will come to a close Sunday. The team placed Puljujarvi, 26, on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract Saturday.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Blade of Steel / December 31, 2024

The Future Of Jesse Puljujarvi Has Been Revealed After He Was Placed On Waivers Yesterday

The Penguins placed Jesse Puljujarvi on waivers yesterday, and now that the 24-hour window has passed, we know what his future has in store for him. After

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / December 30, 2024

Would this recently waived former top pick help the Canadiens?

We have some action on the NHL waiver wire on Monday afternoon, and an interesting decision awaits GM Kent Hughes and the Canadiens. Given the Canadiens' current position in the standings, Hughes will be among the first to claim the available forward for free.

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Finnish Source Suggests Jesse Puljujarvi May "Disappear" From Penguins Roster

Former Oiler Jesse Puljujarvi is struggling to stay in the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup, and now a Finnish source is suggesting that a move off the roster may be imminent.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / October 4, 2024

Puljujarvi’s Long Journey Seems Nearly Complete With Strong Camp

The Pittsburgh Penguins took a chance — some might say a flyer — on Jesse Puljujarvi last season. Their reward, and his, seem to have arrived, as the winger clearly sits on the cusp of making the opening night roster out of training camp.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 22, 2024

Ex-Oilers Jesse Puljujarvi Scores Hat Trick in First Preseason Game

The NHL preseason has kicked off with a bang. One of the biggest highlights came from former Edmonton Oilers forward Jesse Puljujarvi. Now playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Puljujarvi wasted no time making an impact, scoring a hat trick in his first game of the new season.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / February 17, 2024

Penguins Testing Replacement Option for Jesse Puljujarvi

PITTSBURGH – Jesse Puljujarvi is still new to the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup, but he may already be getting some time off. In the Penguins’ most recent practice, Puljujarvi was rotating in and out of line rushes.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 4, 2024

Penguins ink former top-five pick to two-year contract

Penguins sign former top-five pick to two-year contract

Jesse Puljujarvi has had a fascinating developmental path since the Edmonton Oilers selected him fourth overall in the 2016 NHL Draft.

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NHL News / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / December 29, 2023

Penguins Believe Jesse Puljujarvi Can Be Useful All Over Lineup

Almost three weeks ago, forward Jesse Puljujarvi joined the Pittsburgh Penguins on a free agent tryout after undergoing offseason double hip surgery. Ever since joining the Penguins, Puljujarvi has been working his way through a rehab process and it still working his way back to health and getting familiar with the team.