Joakim Kemell

Joakim Kemell (born 27 April 2004) is a Finnish professional ice hockey forward who is currently playing with the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was touted as one of the top Finnish prospects, and was drafted 17th overall by the Predators in 2022 NHL entry draft.

Playing career Kemell scored 15 goals and 23 points through 39 regular season games, playing in his first full year with JYP Jyväskylä in the Liiga of the 2021–22 season. At the conclusion of the season, Kemell won the Jarmo Wasama Memorial Trophy as Finish Liiga's Rookie of the Year.

Following his selection at the 2022 NHL entry draft, Kemell was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract with the Nashville Predators on 15 July 2022. He was returned on loan by the Predators to continue his development in Finland with JYP Jyväskylä for the 2022–23 season.

International play

Kemell represented Finland at the 2022 IIHF World U18 Championships, where he recorded six goals and two assists and won a bronze medal.

Career statistics Regular season and playoffs

International Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM 2021 Finland U18 4th 7 3 0 3 2 2021 Finland HG18 4th 5 5 1 6 6 2022 Finland U18 5 6 2 8 6 2022 Finland WJC 7 4 8 12 0 2023 Finland WJC 5th 5 2 2 4 0Junior totals 29 20 13 33 14

Awards and honors Award Year Liiga Jarmo Wasama Memorial Trophy 2022