Player Discussion Kaapo Kakko

[will1066]

Do Something, Kakko! Season 2, Episode 2, Part 1: In this very special two-part episode, Kaapo, fed up with his on-ice inability, befriends a party crowd that encourages him to do drugs. After finding out, Alexis and Filip enlist celebrity friends Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS to stage an intervention. Special guest stars: Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS

 

[Rongomania]

Do Something, Kakko! Season 2, Episode 2, Part 1: In this very special two-part episode, Kaapo, fed up with his on-ice inability, befriends a party crowd that encourages him to do drugs. After finding out, Alexis and Filip enlist celebrity friends Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS to stage an intervention. Special guest stars: Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS

 

[will1066]

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Ha. You'd tune in. In fact, you'd host a watch party.

 

[Rongomania]

Ha. You'd tune in. In fact, you'd host a watch party.

I only F/W Neeson out of that crew, so prob not.

Keep the hate alive brother it worked for Laffy last year. Sending negative vibes your way Kaap!

 

[egelband]

Do Something, Kakko! Season 2, Episode 2, Part 1: In this very special two-part episode, Kaapo, fed up with his on-ice inability, befriends a party crowd that encourages him to do drugs. After finding out, Alexis and Filip enlist celebrity friends Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS to stage an intervention. Special guest stars: Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS

Not enough Craig T. Nelson!

 

[will1066]

Not enough Craig T. Nelson!

Coach!

 

[will1066]

Do Something, Kakko! Season 2, Episode 2, Part 1: In this very special two-part episode, Kaapo, fed up with his on-ice inability, befriends a party crowd that encourages him to do drugs. After finding out, Alexis and Filip enlist celebrity friends Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS to stage an intervention. Special guest stars: Liam Neeson, Jason Momoa, Celine Dion, Mayim Bialik, and BTS

Do Something, Kakko! Season 2, Episode 2, Part 2: After a celebrity-studded drug intervention, Kaapo decides to go cold turkey. Bedridden, his demands for more blankets and less blankets at the same, however, flummox Filip and Alexis greatly. Special guest star: John C. Reilly as "Lew Halbano" from Partnership for Drug-Free Kids.

@Gordon Bombay

 

[Gordon Bombay]

Do Something, Kakko! Season 2, Episode 2, Part 2: After a celebrity-studded drug intervention, Kaapo decides to go cold turkey. Bedridden, his demands for more blankets and less blankets at the same, however, flummox Filip and Alexis greatly. Special guest star: John C. Reilly as "Lew Halbano" from Partnership for Drug-Free Kids.

@Gordon Bombay

This season is gonna be a good one

 

[RangersFan1994]

We had 3 different coaches with Kakko and the same results. Maybe it’s the player that is the issue and why he is not improving and or does not look better than the year before. Yes he had injuries but so do all players. Tired of the excuses for Marcel Hossa 2.0

 

[GlasgowNewYorkRanger]

We had 3 different coaches with Kakko and the same results. Maybe it’s the player that is the issue and why he is not improving and or does not look better than the year before. Yes he had injuries but so do all players. Tired of the excuses for Marcel Hossa 2.0

The myth that he wasn't given multiple chances and opportunities still continues with some. I am far from saying the Rangers are masters of player development, however, as you said, if after multiple coaches we are seeing the same results then maybe it's time to look and realize it's at least majorly on the player in this case.

There have been Rangers we lament about given far less rope / chances in the top 6 than him. A real shame, as a fit Chytil and Kakko showing anything remotely resembling his promise was the thing that was supposed to take us to the next level.

 

[94leetch]

I've given up on him. If nothing else he's incredibly consistent. It's a relief, I don't have to focus on him anymore waiting for him to show something. He's now in my peripheral.

 

[bhamill]

We had 3 different coaches with Kakko and the same results. Maybe it’s the player that is the issue and why he is not improving and or does not look better than the year before. Yes he had injuries but so do all players. Tired of the excuses for Marcel Hossa 2.0

Please. Marcel’s season high of 18 points in his 25year old season is less than half of Kakko’s high of 40 in his 21 year old season. Hahahahah. Terrible comparison for a still developing player.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

I remember us killing Laf last preseason before he bursted out with a great year.

Im NOT saying the same will happen with Kakko, as I believe he has his limits as a player in this league, but its preseason, very early.

I do believe this is a very important show-me year for Kakko. Im willing to stay patient to see what he can do and rooting for him. (Like I have his whole career).

I'd like to see some good things happen for him early on and produce like he did two seasons ago. And honestly if he can provide that as a depth player on this team with the defense he provides ill be fine with that heading into the postseason.

I think playing with Chytil will help and he will be given that chance to start the year. But younger players are nipping at his heels now. Maybe thats the extra kick in the pants he needs

I've already come to terms with him not being the type of dynamic force he was drafted as. Not all is lost if he becomes a consistent two-way player who can pot 20 goals and put up 40-50 points. Theres value in that especially at his price point and age.

 

[will1066]

Kakko with even Brodzinski getting a goal

 

[Profet]

Please. Marcel’s season high of 18 points in his 25year old season is less than half of Kakko’s high of 40 in his 21 year old season. Hahahahah. Terrible comparison for a still developing player.

Alexandre Daigle is probably a good comparison.

 

[GAGLine]

I didn't watch the game last night, but I saw him get 3 good chances in the highlights. He's a good kid with a good attitude. He'll figure it out. Or he won't. I'm not going to stress about it.

 

[duhmetreE]

If Chytil stays healthy, I think he has a good season.

I like the potential synergy of Cuylle Chytil Kakko. He just needs to get to the middle of the ice/slot.

 

[NickyFotiu]

Hope is free so I stay optimistic but I go back to what I have said previously. KK has not scored a point per game since he was 16 years old. Based on that I do not know if people should expect him to be a big NHL scorer. People mention 20 goals and 40 points. That is solid. I think 25 goals and 50 points may be a ceiling although I hope I'm wrong. The good news is he is still only 23 so there is always a chance that he finds another level. We are unlikely to draft #2 again for a while so we probably should support and hope for the best with KK.

 

[bhamill]

Alexandre Daigle is probably a good comparison.

Why? His game was zero similar to Kakko’s…
He was a finesse guy who had no defense…
If you mean as far as being a high pick who disappointed but was still an NHL player I get that.

 

[Profet]

Why? His game was zero similar to Kakko’s…
He was a finesse guy who had no defense…
If you mean as far as being a high pick who disappointed but was still an NHL player I get that.

I didn't mean stylistically... I meant career trajectory.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

Hope is free so I stay optimistic but I go back to what I have said previously. KK has not scored a point per game since he was 16 years old. Based on that I do not know if people should expect him to be a big NHL scorer. People mention 20 goals and 40 points. That is solid. I think 25 goals and 50 points may be a ceiling although I hope I'm wrong. The good news is he is still only 23 so there is always a chance that he finds another level. We are unlikely to draft #2 again for a while so we probably should support and hope for the best with KK.

For sure and I think a lot of fans do.

On the flip, I also have no problem with people being disappointed and wanting more. Especially this year. He's got 300 games under his belt and while hes only 23, hes got the experience and has been given ample opportunities.

Yes, hes had some bad luck with injuries, linemates, coaches, lack pp time, etc. But it is what it is and great players rise above it all.

Draft year TPS Kakko was a force and dominating on the world stage against NHL players. We all saw it. I dont think its unfair to want to or expect to see even a glimmer of that, even now.

 

[bhamill]

I didn't mean stylistically... I meant career trajectory.

Ah. Well Daigle was an NHLer till he was 30, but let’s hope Kakko can at LEAST regain his offensive form of 2 years ago. If not, he can still certainly earn his way in this league with his defense. But of course would make him far less valuable. This season is crucial for him.

 

[NickyFotiu]

For sure and I think a lot of fans do.

On the flip, I also have no problem with people being disappointed and wanting more. Especially this year. He's got 300 games under his belt and while hes only 23, hes got the experience and has been given ample opportunities.

Yes, hes had some bad luck with injuries, linemates, coaches, lack pp time, etc. But it is what it is and great players rise above it all.

Draft year TPS Kakko was a force and dominating on the world stage against NHL players. We all saw it. I dont think its unfair to want to or expect to see even a glimmer of that, even now.

I have been disappointed but not based on draft position. I'm disappointed because I want to see an incredible effort to improve each offseason. I want to see his skating improve. I want to see his motor and stamina improve. Those are effort things that almost anyone can do in the offseason. With that said its a new season so I give him a clean slate. I'm hoping he can show some of the things I mentioned previously.

 

[Profet]

Ah. Well Daigle was an NHLer till he was 30, but let’s hope Kakko can at LEAST regain his offensive form of 2 years ago. If not, he can still certainly earn his way in this league with his defense. But of course would make him far less valuable. This season is crucial for him.

Sure.

I think most people (and the organization) saw Kakko as not only the RW that makes Buchnevich expendable, but a RW who would contribute offensively more than Buchnevich.

That's the disconnect. There are people who are happy with whatever Kakko is... and that's great. I hope he is an NHL player for a long time. But it's more and more likely that his ceiling is well below Buchnevich's.

 

[Synergy27]

The dude has physical limitations and chronic diseases. Uphill battle from day one.