Jesperi Kotkaniemi Career Stats by Season
| 2025-2026 Regular | 42 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28604 | 3178 | |
| 2025 Preseason | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 2025 Playoff | 14 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11334 | 2833 | |
| 2024-2025 Regular | 77 | 11 | 21 | 32 | 9 | 50 | 109 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 64906 | 2028 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What position does Jesperi Kotkaniemi play?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi plays Center for Hurricanes.
What team does Jesperi Kotkaniemi play for?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi currently plays for Hurricanes in the NHL.
How tall is Jesperi Kotkaniemi?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi is 6'2" tall.
Where did Jesperi Kotkaniemi go to college?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi attended No School.
Where can I find Jesperi Kotkaniemi's stats?
You can find comprehensive statistics for Jesperi Kotkaniemi on this page, including current season stats and game-by-game performance data. The stats are updated regularly to show their latest performance in NHL.
What is Jesperi Kotkaniemi's background?
Jesperi Kotkaniemi serves as a center for the Carolina Hurricanes, wearing jersey number 82. Born on July 6, 2000, in Pori, Finland, Kotkaniemi came to the NHL without the traditional North American development path, instead honing his skills through elite Finnish hockey programs before turning professional. Standing 6'2" and weighing 198 pounds, he brings a strong, physical presence to the ice combined with the technical finesse characteristic of Finnish-trained players. Selected third overall in the 2018 NHL Draft by the Montreal Canadiens, Kotkaniemi made an immediate impact before signing with Carolina. His blend of size, skating ability, and two-way awareness makes him a valuable asset down the middle for the Hurricanes. Still in his mid-twenties, Kotkaniemi continues to develop into a reliable and impactful center at the NHL level. Jesperi Kotkaniemi was born in Pori, Finland.