Kaapo Kakko Archives

Rangers Should Explore Jesse Puljujarvi Trade

Jeb Biggart | November 8, 2019

A change in scenery is often the driving factor in an individual’s resurgent play. The New York Rangers know this better than anyone, with former Edmonton Oiler and New York…

Rookies Hughes, Kakko Struggling Early in Season

The Canadian Press | October 16, 2019

NEW YORK — Jack Hughes and Kaapo Kakko were the clear favourites all along to be the top two picks in this year’s NHL draft. So far, the 18-year-olds have…

McDavid, Draisaitl Help Unbeaten Oilers Defeat Rangers 4-1

The Canadian Press | October 12, 2019

NEW YORK — Connor McDavid scored the tiebreaking goal and Leon Draisaitl had two goals and an assist, all in the third period, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the New York Rangers 4-1 Saturday for their season-opening fifth straight win.
Oscar Klefbom had…

Rangers’ Roundtable: 2019-20 Season Predictions

Justin Bonhard | October 3, 2019

The Hockey Writers’ New York Rangers writers proudly present their takes and predictions for the 2019-20 season. Justin Bonhard Predicted Record w/ Point Total: 42-33-7, 91 PointsPlayoff Berth?: YesTop scorer…

Rangers’ Kaapo Kakko: Realistic Expectations

Justin Bonhard | October 3, 2019

The New York Rangers’ regular season is fast approaching. With a re-tooled team that broke records in terms of getting out of a rebuilding period, expectations are high for 2019-20.…

Devils’ Shero: Culture Key in Developing Prospects

The Canadian Press | October 1, 2019

Whether it involves New Jersey rookie centre Jack Hughes or any other prospect, Devils general manager Ray Shero says the most important aspects of a prospect’s development must be in place before first stepping into the locker room.
Simply put, the ke…

NHL Trophy Talk: 31 Calder Candidates

Larry Fisher | October 1, 2019

This season’s rookie class has the potential to be among the best in recent memory. Almost every team has at least one notable rookie to watch and some have a…

Lightning Rebound, Blues’ Repeat Among 2019-20 Storylines

The Canadian Press | September 30, 2019

Nearly five months later, Andrei Vasilevskiy was still searching for answers.
Speaking in a quiet boardroom at a downtown Chicago hotel in early September, the goalie for the Tampa Bay Lightning was barely whispering as he tried to explain his team’s s…

Rangers’ Preseason Woes: No Need to Panic

Justin Bonhard | September 25, 2019

Hockey is back and the preseason is in full swing. With around a week until the start of the regular season, each NHL team is using these uncounted games to…

Rangers: 7 Must-Watch Games in 2019-20

Justin Bonhard | September 24, 2019

Another season of New York Rangers hockey is set to begin. The regular season is right around the corner and the anticipation is building. Every game is a must-see, but…

What Makes This Rangers Team So Special?

Justin Bonhard | September 16, 2019

Hockey season is just over a month away, and it is time to get excited about the New York Rangers. With a seemingly brand new team, the sky is the…

Rangers Begin Training Camp with Goal of Making the Playoffs

The Canadian Press | September 14, 2019

The New York Rangers have two clear goals this season: to keep improving and return to the playoffs after a two-year absence.
The addition of forwards Artemi Panarin and Kaapo Kakko, and defenceman Jacob Trouba this summer helped accelerate the team’s …