Nikke Kokko, the promising rookie goaltender for the Coachella Valley Firebirds, has made a significant mark in the AHL this season. With a goals-against average of 2.23 and a save percentage of 91.4, he ranks among the league's top ten in these critical categories. Standing at 6-foot-4, Kokko leads all rookies with 20 wins, an impressive feat for his first North American season.

Recently, he earned a spot on the AHL's all-rookie team, a recognition not even granted to his teammate and leading scorer, Jani Nyman, who sits at 11th in goals. This accolade places Kokko among notable players like Ville Koivunen and Justin Kryckowian, and he joins previous Firebirds honorees Tye Kartye and Ryker Evans. Kokko's impressive start, including a six-game win streak, has established him as a key player to watch as the Firebirds head into the Calder Cup Playoffs.

Brandon Montour etched his name into NHL history by scoring the fastest overtime goal, just four seconds into the extra period, leading the Seattle Kraken to a thrilling 5-4 comeback victory against the Montreal Canadiens. Montour's decisive goal capped off a remarkable performance where he also netted two goals and provided two assists, including a significant contribution in the third period when Seattle overcame a two-goal deficit.

The game featured an electrifying back-and-forth, with Jani Nyman marking his NHL debut by scoring a crucial power-play goal, while Matty Beniers added another to tie the game with just over two minutes left in regular play. Montreal initially surged ahead with four straight goals, but the Kraken displayed resilience, clinching the game in extraordinary fashion. Goalie Joey Daccord made pivotal saves, while Jakub Dobes of the Canadiens faced pressure throughout.