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Rickard Rakell

Right Wing · Pittsburgh Penguins

2011 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 30 (#30) — Anaheim Ducks

Next Game

Mon, Mar 16 · 9:30 PM ET @ Avalanche

ESPN, Prime Video, TVAS, SN-PIT

Age 326'1"194 lbsShoots RightSundbyberg, SWE

Current Season

GP

45

Goals

13

Assists

18

Points

31

+/-

+3

S%

10.6%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Mar 14@ UTA011-1218:57
Mar 12@ VGK101+1320:48
Mar 10@ CAR011+2020:51
Mar 8vs BOS0110115:56
Mar 7vs PHI112+2422:06

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$5.00M

Total Value

$30.00M

Expires

6 yrs · 2027-2028

Status

Then UFA

8-team no-trade list

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Kindl, Rakell Light Up Hill in Vegas

Pittsburgh's forwards find the range against Adin Hill, with Kindl and Rakell pinging pucks past the Golden Knights netminder in a clash that's got Western Conference scouts buzzing. These goals expose Vegas' blue line vulnerabilities that playoff hunters exploit come spring. The Pens push their road warrior streak, testing a Knights team that's no stranger to high-stakes drama under the Sphere lights.

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Rakell, Karlsson Steal Saturday Spotlight

Rakell turns heads with a performance that has Ducks fans buzzing and GMs scribbling notes just days after the deadline dust settles. Karlsson, ever the wizard on the blue line, dishes the kind of playmaking magic that reminds everyone why he's still a top-pair stud at his age. These postgame breakdowns reveal the subtle shifts in lineups and schemes that could define playoff pushes for both squads.

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Karlsson, Skinner, Rakell Spill Postgame

Sharks stars Erik Karlsson, Stuart Skinner, and Jakub Rakell hit the mics after March 3 action, dishing unfiltered takes from the trenches. These postgame chats peel back the curtain on lineup vibes, hot hands, and what flipped the script in a pivotal night. Their insights shape how San Jose recalibrates for the Pacific grind ahead.

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Game Preview
Rakell Game Day Primer - March 3

Jakub Rakell gears up for today's action, with coaches tweaking lines after the Olympic layoff shakes up rhythms. Anaheim faithful know his shot generates buzz in tight games, and this matchup tests playoff hopefuls early in the week. Expect Rakell to dictate pace as deadline stakes rise.

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Rakell Buries Power-Play Dagger

Rickard Rakell delivers on the man advantage with a goal that has Penguins fans buzzing about their top-ranked power play clicking at the perfect time. The veteran winger slots it home amid Edmonton's league-leading efficiency and Pittsburgh's early surge in high-danger chances. Rakell's timely tally underscores why special teams remain the great equalizer in a tight playoff race.

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Game Preview
Game Day Buzz: Rakell Gears Up Tonight

Jakub Rakell sharpens his edge for tonight's matchup, where his line chemistry dictates outcomes in a post-Olympic grind. Coaches tweak systems around his shot, knowing one hot streak swings momentum for the whole squad. Fans in the know pack the arena early, sensing a statement win that reverberates through the standings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Rickard Rakell's stats this season?
Rickard Rakell has 13 goals and 18 assists for 31 points in 45 games this season.
What team does Rickard Rakell play for?
Rickard Rakell is a forward for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
What is Rickard Rakell's contract?
Rickard Rakell has a cap hit of $5.00M with 2 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Rickard Rakell drafted?
Rickard Rakell was drafted in the 2011 NHL Draft by the Anaheim Ducks in Round 1, Pick 30 (30 overall).
Where is Rickard Rakell from?
Rickard Rakell is 32 years old and was born in Sundbyberg, SWE.