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On waiver wire Koppanen was waived by Pittsburgh on Friday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Koppanen was a long shot to make the 23-man roster for Opening Night in the first place, so his waiver designation shouldn't come as a surprise. The 26-year-old Finn has managed just nine NHL games in his career, so fantasy players shouldn't be expecting him to make much of an impact during the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sent down Friday Koppanen was reassigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Impact Koppanen's demotion is likely a technical move to make him eligible for the AHL playoffs and could be brought back up ahead of Saturday's clash with Boston. At this point, look for players like Koppanen to get extended looks down the stretch as the Penguins turn their attention toward the 2024-25 campaign.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Joining NHL roster Koppanen was elevated from AHL WIlkes-Barre/Scranton on Tuesday.

Impact Koppanen could be immediately pressed into service against the Jackets on Tuesday depending on the availability of Jansen Harkins (upper body). With the Penguins expected to ship out at least one forward, if not more, ahead of Friday's trade deadline, Koppanen may not have to return to the minors this season and could finish the campaign in the NHL.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to AHL Koppanen was assigned to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Friday.

Impact Koppanen managed to play three NHL games in the last week, averaging 7:25 of ice time as a fourth liner. He was unable to hit the scoresheet. Koppanen had three goals and six points in 18 AHL games before his recall.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in NHL Koppanen was recalled from AHL Wilkes/Barre-Scranton on Saturday.

Impact The 25-year-old winger had three goals and six points in 18 AHL games this season. He made his NHL debut last season with the Bruins, playing in five games and garnered one assist.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Put on waivers Koppanen was put on waivers by Pittsburgh on Thursday, according to Chris Johnston of TSN.

Impact If Koppanen clears waivers, then Pittsburgh will likely reassign him to AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. He scored 12 goals and 35 points in 64 AHL appearances with Providence last season. He also registered an assist in five contests with Boston.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Penguins Koppanen signed a two-year, $1.55 million contract with Pittsburgh on Saturday, according to PuckPedia.

Impact It's a two-way contract in 2023-24 and a one-way deal the following season. Koppanen made his NHL debut in 2022-23 with Boston, picking up one assist in five games. The 25-year-old had 12 goals and 35 points in 64 games with AHL Providence last season.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fluto Shinzawa: Joona Koppanen will play tomorrow. Tomas Nosek... - The Athletic Joona Koppanen will play tomorrow. Tomas Nosek will be given the game off.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fluto Shinzawa: Bruins recall Joona Koppanen ahead of their... - The Athletic Bruins recall Joona Koppanen ahead of their two-game road trip.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fluto Shinzawa: Joona Koppanen is scheduled to make his NHL... - The Athletic Joona Koppanen is scheduled to make his NHL debut tomorrow at No. 4 center. Tomas Nosek will play but has been unable to take faceoffs becau...

JANUARY 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fluto Shinzawa: Joona Koppanen up from Providence. First NHL... - The Athletic Joona Koppanen up from Providence. First NHL recall.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bruins sign forward Joona Koppanen to one-year, two-way deal - The Boston Globe A strong defensive forward, Koppanen is coming off his best offensive season with Providence (11 goals and 30 points in 62 games).

JUNE 2, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Bruins sign Joona Koppanen, lose Kim Brandvold The Bruins signed forward Joona Koppanen to a one-year, two-way contract that carries an NHL cap hit of $750,000.

JUNE 2, 2022 • BOSTONHERALD.COM