Jonathan Lekkerimäki Emerges as Top Scorer for Vancouver

Forward Jonathan Lekkerimäki has secured a full-time NHL role with Vancouver, recording six goals and eight assists over his first 19 games of the 2026-27 season. After undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery in February 2026, the 2022 first-round pick responded with improved puck-battle determination and middle-ice attacks under coach Manny Malhotra, translating his 35-goal AHL track record directly to the NHL level.