Player Discussion Kaapo Kakko

[pld459666]

Its pretty crazy yeah.

But if you were to draw up a scenario where these two kids were a part of a championship caliber team at the ages they are, they would be right there on the third line.

Kakko def needs to be on the second unit.

PP1
Mika Strome Kreids
Panarin Fox

PP2
Laf Copp Kakko
Trouba Miller

Maybe you could put Laf at the point instead of Miller and keep Goodrow in front. Geeze, even Chytil & Vatrano could use some PP time.

Not gonna happen, but I swap Lafreniere and strome on PP1

 

[will1066]

When Gallant responded to Mollie Walker with "the next two games" did he include last night's game? I know that a 1-game difference is not a huge deal, but it still is -- eager to see him, even back in practice.

 

[The Crypto Guy]

When Gallant responded to Mollie Walker with "the next two games" did he include last night's game? I know that a 1-game difference is not a huge deal, but it still is -- eager to see him, even back in practice.

No, think he meant after yesterday’s game.

 

[n8]

He’s probably 350lbs by now, he needs more than 10 to get into game shape

would love to see Kakko get the old conditioning stint but I don't see that happening. He's needed one at times just to bolster his confidence.

 

[will1066]

Thanks Crypto

 

[Peltz]

Rangers Roundup: Kaapo Kakko expected back next week, Bobby Trivigno Wolf Pack debut, and more - Forever Blueshirts

The New York Rangers are expecting to get back Kaapo Kakko and Kevin Rooney next week. Plus Bobby Trivigno expected to make Wolf Pack debut.

www.foreverblueshirts.com

He’s expected back next week. Really really excited to see him play. As much as Laf and Chytil have improved, I really think Kakko will evolve into our best two way player other than Zibanejad in a year or two if he can finally stay healthy.

Really hope he comes back in shape. When he’s on, he’s sort of my favorite player, so I’m fanboying a little at the thought of his return.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

I would ease him in on a line with Laf and Chytil.

That puts Goodrow on a very strong 4th with Motte and Rooney and pushes Hunt/Reaves as extras. Also goodbye to McKegg

 

[HFsNumber1Heel]

I would ease him in on a line with Laf and Chytil.

That puts Goodrow on a very strong 4th with Motte and Rooney and pushes Hunt/Reaves as extras. Also goodbye to McKegg

I'd like to see him back with the Wonder Twins where he was playing some great hockey.

That or put him with one of Copp/Goodrow and Laf.

 

[tomobson]

I'd like to see him back with the Wonder Twins where he was playing some great hockey.

That or put him with one of Copp/Goodrow and Laf.

I think Copp and Strome are going to stick on that second line. I think Kakko is stuck on the third line unless they slot Vatrano down

 

[IDvsEGO]

I think Copp and Strome are going to stick on that second line. I think Kakko is stuck on the third line unless they slot Vatrano down

I think copp slides down to 3. That line of Laf-Chytil - copp was really good the only night they got to play together.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

They could use him in the lineup, thats for sure

 

[NYR Viper]

Low key but if the Rangers would send down McKegg and Brodzinski that would be very helpful for Hartford...

 

[will1066]

If Kakko doesn't return at some point this week, I will close Tob's account.

 

[Jaromir Jagr]

Don't forget he is a diabetic and has Celiac disease .He probably is pretty picky on the diet.

Thanks for this, I was worried he might actually be 400+ LBS by now.

 

[Player big P]

Don't forget he is a diabetic and has Celiac disease .He probably is pretty picky on the diet.

The first time I ever heard of Celiac's disease was in college and my friend's roommate told me he had it. I thought he said he had "silly ecstasies" and I was like ok cool man whatever floats your boat, weirdo

 

[will1066]

I would ease him in on a line with Laf and Chytil.

That puts Goodrow on a very strong 4th with Motte and Rooney and pushes Hunt/Reaves as extras. Also goodbye to McKegg

"Goodbye, McKegg" sounds like a great, Adam McKay-esque raunchy rom-com.

 

[ElLeetch]

"Goodbye, McKegg" sounds like a great, Adam McKay-esque raunchy rom-com.

like an episode title from MASH

 

[Gluten Free Breadman]

It has been two games. I want my gluten freedom boy back.

 

[LORDE]

It has been two games. I want my gluten freedom boy back.

April FOOLS!!!!

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

Had the game against the Sens circled for a while as the Kakko return game. If it isnt tonight I doubt they would throw him into such an important game against the Pens

 

[Ruggs225]

According to Brooks Kakko is supposed to start practicing this week. I think this weekend would be the earliest we see him. More likely next week

 

[Hunter Gathers]

According to Brooks Kakko is supposed to start practicing this week. I think this weekend would be the earliest we see him. More likely next week

That's fine. No need to rush him.

 

[will1066]

If Kakko doesn't return at some point this week, I will close Tob's account.

According to Brooks Kakko is supposed to start practicing this week. I think this weekend would be the earliest we see him. More likely next week

Poor Tob. I will ask him nicely to go away.

 

[PuckLuck3043]

I don't think we see him for another week. He's been out 2.5 months and he will need a few practices. With Strome back they can roll 3 lines without any 4th liners in the top 9. It's frustrating but there is no need to rush him back. We are finishing 2nd or 3rd in the division and right now it's all about the playoffs. He should have a couple weeks of games to shake the rust off.

 

[will1066]

Kakko trying to get up to game speed