So, apparently the news of Jyrki Jokipakka heading off to Europe was wrong... not a surprise considering the source (Garrioch):
http://www.iltalehti.fi/nhl/201705312200175396_nh.shtml
He'll be staying in North America next season. It wouldn't surprise me to see him sign on with a team in need of defensive depth like Winnipeg or Florida. At age 25, he's still young enough that there will be some interest on a two-way deal, at least.