The Winnipeg Jets have traded Kaapo Kahkonen to the Florida Panthers in exchange for Chris Driedger.

Kahkonen has spent his Jets tenure in the AHL, tending the goal for the Manitoba Moose. The 28-year-old has produced poor numbers this year, recording an .885 SV% and a 3.29 GAA in 22 games.

Dreidger has also spent the entire 2024-25 campaign in the AHL, playing with the Charlotte Checkers. His season has been fairly poor as well, posting an .878 SV% and a 2.97 GAA in 20 games. 

The move is a pure swap of third string goaltenders with veteran experience. Dreidger is a native of Winnipeg and will be motivated to turn his season around back in his home town. 

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