Joni Ikonen (born 14 April 1999) is a Finnish professional

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currently playing for Lahti Pelicans of the

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. Ikonen was drafted by the

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in the second round, 58th overall, in the

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Playing career

Ikonen originally played as a youth in his native Finland, appearing at the Junior C and Junior B levels with the

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before opting to continue his development in Sweden with Frölunda for the 2015–16 season, alongside fellow countryman

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. Ikonen made his professional debut at the senior level with Frölunda in the

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during the 2016–17 season. After the season, he left the team due to contract disputes, and on 19 July 2017, signed with KalPa of the Finnish

. After two seasons with Ilves, Ikonen left to sign a one-year contract with fellow Liiga outfit, Lahti Pelicans, on 29 April 2022.

Personal

Ikonen's older brother,

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, is currently playing for HV71 in the SHL.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

References

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* 1999 births Living people Ice hockey people from Espoo Finnish ice hockey centres Frölunda HC players Ilves players KalPa players Lahti Pelicans players Montreal Canadiens draft picks {{Finland-icehockey-centre-stub