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Jesperi Kotkaniemi

Center · Carolina Hurricanes

2018 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 3 (#3) — Montreal Canadiens

Age 256'3"212 lbsShoots LeftPori, FIN

Current Season

GP

42

Goals

2

Assists

7

Points

9

+/-

+3

S%

4.8%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 14@ NYI0000117:29
Apr 13@ PHI000+1115:21
Apr 11@ UTA000019:52
Apr 9@ CHI000+1113:57
Apr 5@ OTT000-1014:04

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.82M

Total Value

$38.56M

Expires

8 yrs · 2029-2030

Status

Then UFA

10-team no-trade list (in UFA Years 4 - 8)

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

Playoffs
Playoffs Start, Allvin Axed, Kotkaniemi Grumbles

Playoffs launch today alongside massive news: Canucks fire GM Allvin while Kotkaniemi vents frustration in Carolina. These shocks hit as series begin, shaking executive suites from Vancouver to Raleigh. Stakes skyrocket when top-six talent gripes and GMs get the boot mid-chase.

Carolina Hurricanes
Playoffs
Jets' 5 Biggest 2025-26 Busts

Winnipeg's 2025-26 season spotlights five Jets who underwhelmed despite high expectations. Disappointments sting hardest in a market craving playoffs, where fans dissect every whiff. As the club reflects, these flops shape GM Cheveldayoff's summer blueprint.

Carolina Hurricanes

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Jesperi Kotkaniemi's stats this season?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi has 2 goals and 7 assists for 9 points in 42 games this season.
What team does Jesperi Kotkaniemi play for?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi is a forward for the Carolina Hurricanes.
What is Jesperi Kotkaniemi's contract?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi has a cap hit of $4.82M with 4 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Jesperi Kotkaniemi drafted?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi was drafted in the 2018 NHL Draft by the Montreal Canadiens in Round 1, Pick 3 (3 overall).
Where is Jesperi Kotkaniemi from?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi is 25 years old and was born in Pori, FIN.