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Starting in Colorado Kahkonen will protect the home net Sunday against Colorado, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Kahkonen has posted a 5-9-1 record this season with a 3.61 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 17 games played. His last victory came Dec. 7 against Detroit, which was a relief appearance. The Avalanche rank second in the league this campaign with 3.61 goals per contest.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Needed in relief Thursday Kahkonen stopped 17 of 18 shots in relief of Magnus Chrona in Thursday's 5-0 loss to the Oilers.

Impact Kahkonen was solid over the final two periods, but the damage had already been done by the time he entered the game. The 27-year-old Kahkonen isn't playing particularly well of late, but he's the Sharks' best option in net as long as Mackenzie Blackwood (illness) is out. Kahkonen is 5-9-1 with a 3.61 GAA and a .900 save percentage over 17 appearances this season. The Sharks have another tough game up next when they visit the Avalanche on Sunday.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields five goals Kahkonen stopped 38 of 43 shots in Wednesday's 5-1 loss to the Kings.

Impact Kahkonen had a 1-0 lead to protect after the first period, but the Kings led 3-1 after two frames. The 27-year-old netminder's losing streak is at four games, and he's allowed 13 goals in that span. He's now at a 5-9-1 with a 3.71 GAA and an .898 save percentage through 16 appearances overall. The Sharks are back in action Thursday versus the Oilers, but it's unclear if Kahkonen will start back-to-back games if Mackenzie Blackwood (illness) is unavailable. Magnus Chrona is also with the big club for extra insurance.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Wednesday Kahkonen is expected to start on the road versus LA on Wednesday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen has lost his last three starts despite allowing just eight goals on 89 shots (.910 save percentage). He's 5-8-1 with a 3.61 GAA and an .899 save percentage in 15 outings this year. The Kings are tied for fourth offensively this campaign with 3.53 goals per game, so this is a very unfavorable matchup for Kahkonen.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lacks support again Kahkonen stopped 35 of 38 shots in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Kings. The fourth goal was an empty-netter.

Impact Kahkonen again lacked goal support from his teammates, with the Sharks only getting on the board with 1:19 left in the third period. Kahkonen has gone 0-2-1 with eight goals allowed over his last three outings -- he's still playing fairly well despite the lack of help. For the season, the 27-year-old netminder has a 5-8-1 record with a 3.61 GAA and an .899 save percentage, though his ratios are distorted by an awful start to the campaign. The Sharks' next game is Thursday versus the Coyotes.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First off Tuesday Kahkonen was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, per Max Miller of The Hockey News, indicating he will patrol the home crease Tuesday against the Kings.

Impact Kahkonen is coming off a 23-save effort in Friday's 1-0 loss to Arizona. In 14 games this campaign, he has earned a 5-7-1 record with a 3.66 GAA and an .897 save percentage. LA is tied for fourth in the league with 3.56 goals per contest this season.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No help in loss Kahkonen stopped 23 of 24 shots in Friday's 1-0 loss to the Coyotes.

Impact Kahkonen didn't receive enough help from his teammates. The Sharks had two goals overturned on video reviews, and they weren't able to pot one in legal fashion. Despite the loss, Kahkonen continued his solid run of play -- he's allowed three goals or fewer in four of his last six games. On the year, he's down to 5-7-1 with a 3.66 GAA and an .897 save percentage, but he's gaining playing time while seeing a virtual 50-50 split with Mackenzie Blackwood. The Sharks' next game is a challenging road contest in Colorado.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing Coyotes Kahkonen will protect the road goal against the Coyotes on Friday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Impact Kahkonen struggled in his last start Sunday against Vegas, surrendering four goals on 27 shots en route to a 5-4 defeat. He'll try to get back in the win column in a favorable road matchup with an Arizona team that's lost four straight games.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Loses in shootout Kahkonen stopped 23 of 27 shots in Sunday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Kahkonen wasn't as busy as Jiri Patera, but he didn't play very well. The Sharks' offense bailed him out partially, rallying late to force overtime, but Kahkonen let in two of the Golden Knights' three shootout attempts to take the loss, snapping his four-game winning streak. Kahkonen is now at 5-6-1 with a 3.88 GAA and an .894 save percentage on the year, but he's been trending in the right direction lately. The Sharks are home for their next game Tuesday versus the Jets after wrapping up a six-game road trip.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Vegas Kahkonen will guard the road net Sunday against the Golden Knights, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact It'll be the third straight start for Kahkonen, who's won his last four outings, posting a .915 save percentage in that span. He'll have a tough task against a Vegas team that's averaging 3.3 goals per game, the third most in the NHL.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fourth straight win Kahkonen made 10 saves on 11 shots in relief Thursday in a 6-5 overtime win over Detroit.

Impact He replaced Mackenzie Blackwood with his squad down 4-0, and less than six minutes later, the game was tied and the Sharks had a shot. Kahkonen is on a personal four-game win streak with victories over the Canucks, Devils, Islanders and Red Wings. All five of Kahkonen's wins have come in their the last three weeks (5-1-0). He may have some deep league value if he can keep this hot streak going.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up OT win Kahkonen stopped 33 of 37 shots in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Islanders.

Impact Kahkonen found himself in a 4-1 hole midway through the third period before the Sharks rallied for three unanswered goals in the final eight minutes of the frame, followed by William Eklund's game-winner in the closing seconds of overtime. After dropping his first five starts of the season, the 27-year-old Kahkonen has now won four of his last five outings. He's now 4-6-0 with an .896 save percentage and 3.96 GAA while sharing the crease with Mackenzie Blackwood this year.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits ice first Kahkonen was the first goalie to leave the ice Tuesday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports, indicating he'll defend the cage on the road versus the Islanders.

Impact Kahkonen has secured victories in three of his last four outings while logging a .923 save percentage. The Sharks are currently the worst in the league in shots allowed per game (37.2), so fantasy players should probably expect Kahkonen to continue to see a lot of rubber. If he can limit the number of pucks that cross the goal line, Kahkonen should produce solid fantasy value given that high potential save volume.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Steals win in New Jersey Kahkonen stopped 44 of 47 shots in Friday's 6-3 win over the Devils.

Impact The Devils outshot the Sharks 47-18, but Kahkonen's strong play and a burst of offense from the San Jose offense helped the visitors pull off an improbable win. All three of Kahkonen's wins this season have come in his last four outings. He's now 3-6-0 with a 3.99 GAA and an .896 save percentage through 10 appearances. Mackenzie Blackwood continues to see the majority of playing time, but better work from Kahkonen could help him balance the workload eventually.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In goal Friday Kahkonen will be between the pipes on the road against the Devils on Friday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Kahkonen has managed just two wins this season, posting a 2-6-0 record and a career-worst 4.12 GAA. With the 27-year-old backstop struggling, he shouldn't be expected to steal any starts away from Mackenzie Blackwood and will be hard-pressed to see significantly more than 25 starts.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Holds on for second win Kahkonen stopped 30 of 33 shots in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Canucks.

Impact Kahkonen was dealt a humiliating loss in the Canucks' last trip to San Jose earlier in the month, but he was able to get his revenge this time. The 27-year-old never faced a deficit after a strong showing from the Sharks' top six. Kahkonen has earned both of his wins this season over his last three games, and it appears he's starting to work his way into a timeshare with Mackenzie Blackwood. Kahkonen is at 2-6-0 with a 4.12 GAA and an .889 save percentage, so it's still tough to justify rostering him in all but the deepest of fantasy formats.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing Canucks Kahkonen will be in the home crease versus Vancouver on Saturday, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact Kahkonen has struggled all season, going 1-6-0 with a 4.30 GAA and .887 save percentage. Kahkonen was pulled after the first period Wednesday as he gave up four goals on 17 shots in a 7-1 loss in Seattle. The Canucks lead the NHL in scoring, averaging 4.05 goals per game.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unable to handle first-period blitz Kahkonen stopped 13 of 17 shots in the first period of Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Kraken.

Impact Kahkonen was pulled at the start of the second period, and Mackenzie Blackwood wasn't much better, allowing three goals on 13 shots over the last 40 minutes. Kakhonen beat the Blues in his last outing, but behind the Sharks' unsteady defense, he'll continue to need heroic-level performances to keep things competitive. Kahkonen is at a 1-6-0 record with a 4.30 GAA and an .887 save percentage through eight games.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding cage Wednesday Kahkonen will patrol the crease on the road against Seattle on Wednesday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Kahkonen is coming off his first win of the season, stopping 44 of 45 shots against the Blues on Thursday. Overall, the 27-year-old netminder is sporting a 1-5-0 record and a career-worst 3.87 GAA. Unless he suddenly picks up his game, Kahkonen figures to remain the second-choice option behind Mackenzie Blackwood.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong in first win Kahkonen allowed one goal on 45 shots in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Blues.

Impact Kahkonen was excellent in his best outing of the season, which also earned him his first win thanks to some strong goal support. The 27-year-old improved to 1-5-0 with a 3.86 GAA and an .896 save percentage over seven appearances this season. Kahkonen will likely face lots of shots whenever he plays, so repeating a performance like the one he had Thursday will be difficult to do regularly. The Sharks' next game is Monday against the high-scoring Canucks.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Thursday Kahkonen is expected to start in Thursday's home game versus St. Louis.

Impact Kahkonen will continue to look for his first win of the season after starting the campaign with a 0-5-0 record, 4.44 GAA and .875 save percentage in six outings. He's been trending in the wrong direction, though, allowing 11 goals on 58 shots (.810 save percentage) over his last two contests. The Blues are tied for 21st offensively with 2.93 goals per game this campaign.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows five goals in loss Kahkonen stopped 34 of 39 shots in Friday's 5-0 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Kahkonen's quest for his first win of the season will continue, as the Golden Knights made easy work of the Sharks in this game. The 27-year-old has not played well so far, allowing three or more goals in each of his five starts this season while going 0-5-0. Mackenzie Blackwood has backstopped the Sharks to their only two wins so far, and he'll likely get the nod for Sunday's game in Anaheim.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Vegas Kahkonen will patrol the visiting blue paint versus Vegas on Friday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Kahkonen has yet to pick up a win this season, as he is 0-4-0 with a 4.30 GAA and .876 save percentage in five appearances. It doesn't get any easier Friday as the Sharks face the Golden Knights, who lead the Western Conference with an 11-2-1 record.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Tuesday Kahkonen (upper body) will suit up as Mackenzie Blackwood's backup against Philadelphia on Tuesday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen sat out Saturday's 10-2 loss to Pittsburgh because of an upper-body issue. He has posted a mark of 0-4-0 this season with a 4.30 GAA and an .876 save percentage in five appearances. The Sharks returned netminder Magnus Chrona to AHL San Jose on Monday to make room for Kahkonen's return to the lineup.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Kahkonen (upper body) won't be in the lineup Saturday against Pittsburgh, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Kahkonen, who is considered day-to-day, took part in Saturday's optional morning skate. Magnus Chrona, who was called up from AHL San Jose on Friday, will serve as Mackenzie Blackwood's backup against the Penguins on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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