Canucks' Jonathan Lekkerimaki: First career multi-point effort
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Lekkerimaki delivered a goal and an assist in Monday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Canadiens.
Both points came 20 seconds apart early in the second period as Lekkerimaki helped the Canucks jump out to a 3-1 lead. It was the first multi-point performance of the 20-year-old's career, coming in his sixth NHL game, and he appears to be in line for regular top-six shifts while Elias Pettersson (undisclosed) is sidelined. However, Lekkerimaki saw minimal power-play time Monday, which will limit his fantasy appeal even in the short term.
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Canucks' Jonathan Lekkerimaki: Recalled by Vancouver
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Lekkerimaki was recalled from AHL Abbotsford on an emergency basis Monday.
Lekkerimaki made five appearances for the Canucks in mid-November and recorded a goal, four hits, two PIM and a minus-4 rating while averaging 14:48 of ice time. He'll rejoin the NHL club and could see some playing time in the near future since Elias Pettersson (undisclosed) and Dakota Joshua (leg) are both on injured reserve.
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Canucks' Jonathan Lekkerimaki: Promoted from minors
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Lekkerimaki was elevated from AHL Abbotsford on Thursday.
Lekkerimaki saw action in five NHL games during his previous stint with the club, registering one goal on seven shots, four hits and two blocks while averaging 14:48 of ice time. Unless there is a surprise scratch, Lekkerimaki will be competing with Max Sasson for one spot in the lineup against Columbus on Friday.
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Canucks' Jonathan Lekkerimaki: Called back from minors
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Lekkerimaki was promoted from AHL Abbotsford on Thursday.
Lekkerimaki should be back in the lineup versus the Islanders on Thursday after being briefly shifted down to the minors in a paper transaction. With Brock Boeser (upper body) still on the shelf, the 20-year-old Lekkerimaki should take on a middle-six role, though he could also be in contention for a spot on the first line with J.T. Miller.
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Canucks' Jonathan Lekkerimaki: Summoned from AHL
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Lekkerimaki was recalled from AHL Abbotsford on Sunday.
Lekkerimaki has five goals and two assists in seven AHL outings this season. With Brock Boeser (upper body) out indefinitely, the 20-year-old Lekkerimaki could make his NHL debut in a top-six role versus Calgary on Tuesday.
