Ismo Lehkonen (born February 1, 1962) is a Finnish former professional ice hockey player. He is currently the head coach of the TUTO Hockey in the Finnish Mestis. His son Artturi Lehkonen is a professional hockey player for the Colorado Avalanche of the National Hockey League.[1]

Ismo Lehkonen
Born (1962-02-01) February 1, 1962 (age 62)
Helsinki, Finland
Height 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Weight 168 lb (76 kg; 12 st 0 lb)
Position Forward
Shot Left
Played for Jokerit
HPK
NHL draft Undrafted
Playing career 1980–1991

Lehkonen was the head coach of HIFK of the Finnish SM-liiga from 1999 to 2001. On January 23, 2015, he was named head coach of the Estonia men's national ice hockey team, replacing Sakari Pietila.[2]

A sometime commentator for Finnish broadcaster Yle, he covered the 2022 Stanley Cup Finals in-person, observing his son Artturi win the Stanley Cup.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Matt Cudzinowski (October 16, 2018). "Sincere gratitude". NHL.com. Retrieved February 10, 2019.
  2. ^ "Ismo Lehkonen named new coach of Estonia - Eurohockey.com". eurohockey.com. Retrieved August 9, 2015.
  3. ^ Russo, Michael (June 27, 2022). "Trade pickups help Avalanche complete Cup puzzle, cherish 'being part of something special'". The Athletic. Retrieved June 27, 2022.
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