Hannu Mauri Antero Kapanen (born March 13, 1951, in Kontiolahti, Finland) is a retired professional ice hockey player who played in the SM-liiga.

Hannu Kapanen has also had a long and successful career as head coach in SM-liiga.

Hannu's sons Sami and Kimmo and his brother Jari Kapanen [fi] are former professional ice hockey players.

His grandsons Kasperi, Oliver and Konsta Kapanen [fi] are all professional ice hockey players.

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