Player Discussion Kaapo Kakko

[Psycho for Perreault]

Saw him run the fourth line out a few times instead of the third in the rotation probably because he really liked how they were playing (and they scored 2 goals so I can’t really second guess it in this game)

True but he also ran the 3rd without Kakko too.

 

[Fitzy]

Let's get him to 20 goals and Laf to 40 points. Both are accomplishable and would do wonders for confidence.

As for Chytil let's get him back to 40% in the circle. His draws are one of the biggest issues for PP2 as currently constructed.

 

[GoAwayPanarin]

The only reason Kakko isn't at around 15 goals right now is because of some black magic voodoo.

If he keeps doing what hes been doing he'll finish with well over 20.

 

[will1066]

The only reason Kakko isn't at around 15 goals right now is because of some black magic voodoo.

If he keeps doing what hes been doing he'll finish with well over 20.

Think there's some osmosis from Fil, whose game has become quite simple. Kakko is snapping shots off if given the opportunity and not looking for an extra move.

 

[Captain Lindy]

He showed a lot of guts last night, sticking it out and getting the winning goal. Just beautiful!

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

Officially on pace for 20 this season and it really should be around 25.

Last 8 hes gone 5-2-7

 

[haveandare]

Think there's some osmosis from Fil, whose game has become quite simple. Kakko is snapping shots off if given the opportunity and not looking for an extra move.

Exactly. This is big for him, not trying to dangle into the net and just ripping shots when they’re there. He has a nice shot when he uses it

 

[Psycho for Perreault]

Officially on pace for 20 this season and it really should be around 25.

Last 8 hes gone 5-2-7

With 6 of those points at even strength.

 

[mas0764]

Oh look another point stolen from Kakko

 

[BleedBlueNYR]

It doesn’t end with this guy. Had Vasilevsky beat for the win and hits the pipe. It hasn’t ever felt like it’s meant to be for Kakko.

 

[bouds]

When Kenny said save by Vasy, I'm like no way, a move like that doesn't get saved, especially when it's Kakko, nothing but iron. It was pretty tough angle though because he got in so deep.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

Kakko literally had a point the entire game until they removed it. Lol

It’s getting kinda comical actually

 

[DanielBrassard]

Not blaming him, but his line got obliterated tonight after the goal. Touch matchup against Stamkos-Point-Kucherov but they need to be better.

 

[Ranger Wolf]

I still don’t get why the assists were taken away on that goal. There was no change in possession.

 

[molotce]

I still don’t get why the assists were taken away on that goal. There was no change in possession.

havent you heard of the kakko curse ?

 

[TopShelfSnipes]

I still don’t get why the assists were taken away on that goal. There was no change in possession.

Yup, complete BS.

 

[The Crypto Guy]

9 points in his last 11 games (really 10 but they magically took away an assist he had 2 games ago).

All of a sudden Mika and Kreider can score at ES again with Kakko on their line...

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

9 points in his last 11 games (really 10 but they magically took away an assist he had 2 games ago).

All of a sudden Mika and Kreider can score at ES again with Kakko on their line...

How long until Gallant changes things again and who will be the first off that line?

Either way, nice to see him get some primaries today. Great assists. Hoping he scores in the third

 

[ReddestRum]

He's got great vision. Just needs to stay confident despite missed chances he's had in the past. Thus far he's rungs above Chy and Laf.

 

[duhmetreE]

bust

30pts checking line winger at best.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

Stars of the game!

Oh forget it

 

[Whoot Whoot]

He was great tonight

 

[DanielBrassard]

Great game, now just leave him on this line.

 

[will1066]

Assists are delicious

https://i.imgur.com/tEkYYWm_d.webp?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium

 

[QJL]

I think if Kakko stays on the top line and gets just a little bit more power play time, 25-25-50 is attainable.