Jesperi Kotkaniemi (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈjesperi ˈkotkɑnie̯mi]; born 6 July 2000) is a Finnish professional ice hockey center for the Carolina Hurricanes of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected third overall by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.

Jul 6, 2000 · Get all the latest stats, news, videos, and more on Jesperi Kotkaniemi.

Dec 13, 2024 · With Jack Drury out with injury, Finnish center Jesperi Kotkaniemi has been moved back to the second line center position where he started the season. Kotkaniemi, 24, has been up and down the...

Eliteprospects.com hockey player profile of Jesperi Kotkaniemi, 2000-07-06 Pori, FIN Finland. Most recently in the NHL with Carolina Hurricanes. Complete player biography and stats.

Nov 25, 2024 · Saturday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets was perhaps the toughest game of the season for Carolina Hurricanes center Jesperi Kotkaniemi.

Jul 6, 2018 · Full Name: Jesperi Kotkaniemi. (KK, Jeppu, Moomin) Position: C • Shoots: Left. 6-3, 203lb (190cm, 92kg) Team: Carolina Hurricanes. Born: July 6, 2000 in Pori, Finland. Draft: Montreal, 1st round (3rd overall), 2018 NHL Entry. Pronunciation: \ yehs-PEHR-ee kaht-kan-ee-EHM-ee \ Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free.

View the profile of Carolina Hurricanes Center Jesperi Kotkaniemi on ESPN. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights.

Oct 18, 2024 · Carolina Hurricanes center Jesperi Kotkaniemi says offseason reset gives him proper mindset for a more productive NHL 2024-25 regular season.

Dec 13, 2024 · With Drury sidelined, Kotkaniemi has a prime opportunity to solidify the Hurricanes' second-line center role. Can he rise to the challenge?

As of Oct. 27, Kotkaniemi is tied for the team lead in points with nine in eight games — four goals and five assists after his two-point performance against the Kraken on Oct. 26.