SKA defender and captain Alexander Nikishin ready to play in the NHL, said the former head coach of Metallurg Magnitogorsk Fedor Kanareikin .
In 2020, Nikishin was selected by Carolina in the NHL Draft with the 69th pick.
— I agree with those who believe that Nikishin, thanks to interaction and internal competition with De Angelo, who played for many years in the NHL, is preparing for a career abroad, without lose in your past. This is all the more obvious since Carolina, which selected Alexander during the draft, is very interested in his transfer at the end of this season.
Personally, I believe that in terms of level and potential, Nikishin has long been ready for the NHL and, if everything goes well, he will fully justify his status as the most promising and talented defender in Russia. The arrival of De Angelo is a big help for Sasha. And how to use two talented hockey players: together or separately – this is the prerogative of the coaches of the Neva military team. They decided to create a pair of striking defenders, useful to the team in all aspects of the game, and especially on the power play,” Fedor Kanareikin told Sport Day by Day.
This season, Nikishin played 19 matches in the KHL, scored 5 goals and made 9 assists.
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