What happened: Eemil Vinni received a two-way AHL contract for the 2026-27 season. The 6-foot-3 goaltender spent last season in Finland’s Mestis league.
Why it matters: The added depth creates competition for starts alongside Connor Ungar and could give Edmonton flexibility in future trades. Development time will be the central concern in a crowded rotation.
By the numbers: Vinni went 8-5-4 with an .884 save percentage for JoKP, then posted a .951 mark in four regular-season games and .943 in six playoff appearances with Ketterä. Ungar went 9-2-2 with a .923 save percentage in 13 AHL games last season.
What to watch: Training-camp assignments will clarify Edmonton’s goaltending hierarchy and whether the organization carries three goalies in Bakersfield.