| Born: | Jan 18, 2001 | Draft: | 2019 Maple Leafs, 84th Overall |
| Hometown: | Mikkeli, FIN | Position: | Defense |
| Known For: | U18 WJC Gold Medal (2018) | Shoots: | Left |
| National Team: | Finland | Current Team: | Toronto Marlies (AHL) |
Mikko Kokkonen (born January 18, 2001) is a Finnish ice hockey player, currently under contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs. He spent eight years of his junior development under the Jukurit hockey program, appearing in both Finland’s Mestis and Liiga stages. In 2021, Kokkonen parted ways with his hometown club, signing with the Lahti Pelicans. He was selected 84th overall by the Maple Leafs in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
Kokkonen appeared in 11 games with the Toronto Marlies of the American Hockey League (AHL) during the 2020-21 season, amassing one goal and seven points. Internationally, he’s represented Finland six times, capturing a gold medal at the 2018 IIHF U18 World Championship and a bronze medal at the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Mikko Kokkonen Statistics
Deeper Dive
- Mikko Kokkonen – 2019 NHL Draft Prospect Profile
- Maple Leafs’ Mikko Kokkonen: Playing in Finland and Looking Good
- Top 3 Maple Leafs Performers at 2021 World Juniors
Achievements
- U16 Pohjola Camp Roster (Jukurit) (2015)
- U16 Pohjola Camp All-Star Team (2016)
- U16 Pohjola Camp Roster (Jukurit) (2016)
- U18 WJC Gold Medal (2018)
- U20 WJC Bronze Medal (2021)
- U20 WJC Top 3 Player on Team (2021)