Kaapo Kakko came into this season with all the hype and fanfare no other Rangers draft pick has ever experienced. His overtime goal in Traverse City dropped some jaws as to the offensive potential this young kid would bring to NY. That hype grew when he scored a gorgeous goal in just his 3rd NHL game. His next 11 games would sadly only see 4 points spread over 3 games (2g, 2a).
Early Struggles
The 18 year old phenom was certainly having a rough go of it this season. He was bounced around lines and the Rangers had to bring in Tuomo Ruutu to help him adjust to North American life.