Defense · D

Juho Piiparinen

Vegas Golden Knights defenceman prospect with a $1.08M cap hit in 2026–27, signed through 2028–29, selected No. 29 overall in 2026; has yet to make an NHL appearance.

Born Aug 10, 2008

Birthplace Lahti, FIN

Nationality FIN

Height 6 ft 2 in / 188 cm

Weight 203 lb / 92 kg

Shoots R

Current team Vegas Golden Knights

Draft 2026 · VGK · Round 1 · No. 29

Team appearances

Season statistics

Season	Team	Cap hit	Regular season							Postseason
Season	Team	Cap hit	GP	G	A	PTS	+/-	PIM	S	GP	G	A	PTS	+/-	PIM	S
2026–27	VGK	$1,075,000	—							Playoffs not started
Signed with VGK on July 15, 2026 · 3 years x $1,075,000 AAV
Drafted by VGK in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft · Round 1 · No. 29 overall