Hannu Mauri Antero Kapanen (born March 13, 1951 in Kontiolahti, Finland) is a retired professional ice hockey player who played in the SM-liiga.
He played for Jokerit and HIFK.
He was inducted into the Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame in 2005.
Hannu Kapanen has also had a long and successful career as Head Coach in SM-liiga.
Hannu's two sons Sami and Kimmo are also professional ice hockey players.