Player Discussion Kaapo Kakko

[UnSandvich]

In the 5 games since Bonino was sent down, Kakko is tied for the NYR lead with 4 points at 5v5, 3rd in shots at 5v5, and 3rd in xGF%

 

[Rongomania]

In the 5 games since Bonino was sent down, Kakko is tied for the NYR lead with 4 points at 5v5, 3rd in shots at 5v5, and 3rd in xGF%

Lmao with like 12:00 avg ice time.

Keep it up!!!

 

[Levitate]

I mean Bonino was clearly and obviously hampering that line offensively

 

[Amazing Kreiderman]

I mean Bonino was clearly and obviously hampering that line offensively

Since Kakko returned from his injury, he ranks 4th on the team in 5v5 points per 60.

 

[NickyFotiu]

Glad KK got his goal. Even though I joked about his assist total I think his assists will go up if he keeps shooting. Shots on net will led to both goals and rebounds. Keep it going

 

[LionsHeart]

Glad KK got his goal. Even though I joked about his assist total I think his assists will go up if he keeps shooting. Shots on net will led to both goals and rebounds. Keep it going

Aside from the poor start to the season, I think a big reason they’re down is no Chytil. Those two fed off each other a lot, and although Brodzinski is playing his ass off, Chytil between Cuylle and Kakko would be a whole other ballgame.

 

[Cuckoo4Kakko]

Point in 5 straight. 7 in 9. Kids good.

 

[bl02]

Like Maloney said on the radio he's doing things a bit quicker. Getting pucks to the net.

 

[will1066]

Like Maloney said on the radio he's doing things a bit quicker. Getting pucks to the net.

Getting there. Still a little too methodical developing a play, but getting there.

 

[The Crypto Guy]

If Ducks want him for Zegras, it’s them who will have to add now

 

[bhamill]

Like Maloney said on the radio he's doing things a bit quicker. Getting pucks to the net.

Confidence. He’s still developing.

 

[Guyute]

The only reason the Kakko trade rumors made any sense is that he’s an RFA with arbitration rights next summer and we have a plethora of young wingers and prospects: Lafreniere, Cuylle, Edstrom, Berard, Othmann, Perreault, Sykora. Not all of them will be able to play for the Rangers.

There’s no point in trading Kakko unless we get full value. He’s just 23 and still has a lot of promise.

 

[bhamill]

If Ducks want him for Zegras, it’s them who will have to add now

Well, before tonight Kaapo was at 1.3 P/60 (his career low) while Zegras is at 1.2 P/60 (by far his career low as well) and the rest of Zegras’ game is not even in the same league as Kakko’s. Sure ANA would not make a straight up trade, but then again neither would I. I think Kakko is the overall more effective and valuable player going forward, though he will never be as flashy. Or as overrated.

 

[Unpredictable1]

Hopefully the way he scored tonight helps him trust his shot more at this level.

 

[FultonReed]

Hopefully the way he scored tonight helps him trust his shot more at this level.

funny. when i saw the goal on the post game, i said to myself "that's the kid i thought we drafted". hope he can keep it up, he's doing a lot of good things

 

[NickyFotiu]

 

[Mugless]

 

[GoAwayPanarin]

Really inexcusable for him to play 12:21 when Goodrow is getting 15 minutes.

 

[Cuckoo4Kakko]

Really inexcusable for him to play 12:21 when Goodrow is getting 15 minutes.

If only Lavy could figure out an easy way to fix the problem of Kakko not getting on the ice, with a guy who has been terrible being on the ice too much. Something really glaring and obvious.

 

[mrmovies779]

Want to find a way to give him more time?Give the damn kid pk time already

 

[Kords]

I’m all for giving Kakko more Ice time, but we have one of the best PK’s in the league. I’m fine keeping things the way they are, don’t need Kakko out there blocking shots. Besides, Goodrow really did have a few good plays on the kill last night and overall played effectively IMO.

 

[Synergy27]

KK has been pretty good since I started applying the fat shaming strategy. Should I keep it up? Yes? Ok.

Keep shooting the puck you greasy fat bastard. Pretend the puck is a fried chicken sandwich coming straight at your mouth, but in reverse.

 

[IchabodCrane]

Ive been hard on Kakko (and many of the kids at points) but they all are finding their roles. I never liked the poor player development narrative. Look back at the players we took during the rebuild and many have become lineup regulars with more on the way. To outsiders Kakko looks like a bust but to me I see him filling a role we have been searching since Fast left. No necessarily the chem with Panarin but a guy who makes things happen in the NZ and below the goal line at even strength. Plus he can play a little mean on the ice with Cuylle. I want to see Kakko play with the Scandinavian edge more. Im starting to see it more consistently

Agreed. Its not poor development, its impatience with the fan base. How many of you were killing it at their jobs at 21-23- and im not talking about at popeyes- i mean a professional job.

 

[IchabodCrane]

Well, before tonight Kaapo was at 1.3 P/60 (his career low) while Zegras is at 1.2 P/60 (by far his career low as well) and the rest of Zegras’ game is not even in the same league as Kakko’s. Sure ANA would not make a straight up trade, but then again neither would I. I think Kakko is the overall more effective and valuable player going forward, though he will never be as flashy. Or as overrated.

1000%. Sick of the ignorance- people like flashy names.

 

[dshea19]

All these points: board work and cycling plays. What doesn't happen when playing with Zib and Kreider: board work and cycling plays. Keep him with Cuylle and always keep a puck transporting center with them and you should see results. Like so many have said, Chytil would have been fantastic between these two. You have to keep Kakko away from Kreider and Zib if you want him to stay productive. To ever move him into the top 6 and get the most out of him would require a change in personnel. The first two lines are so rush oriented that it doesn't suit his game at all.