Alexander Nikishin

24-Year-Old DefensemanD

Carolina Hurricanes

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Widely regarded as one of the top defensive prospects in the game, Nikishin is favored to grab an everyday roster spot with the Hurricanes out of training camp. He brings an enviable blend of 6-foot-4 size and immense offensive gifts. The 23-year-old debuted in the postseason last year, and it was a bit rocky as he finished with just one assist and a minus-5 rating. That shouldn't deter fantasy managers considering his crazy production at KHL St. Petersburg, registering 45 goals and 112 assists in 173 regular-season games. His role to start the season might be a bit more sheltered, but don't be surprised if he is playing heavily in the top four and quarterbacking Carolina's top power-play unit by the end of the year. His point-production potential is sky-high, but it's usually hard for rookie defenseman to get adjusted, which potentially lowers his floor. Read Past Outlooks

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Height 6'3"

DOB 10/2/2001

Born Orel, Russia

Drafted 3rd Rd, #69 Overall in 2020

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Strikes on power play in loss

DCarolina Hurricanes

March 7, 2026

Nikishin scored a power-play goal, added two hits and blocked two shots in Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Flames.

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Nikishin is in for a short-term boost on the power play while Shayne Gostisbehere (lower body) is sidelined. The goal Saturday ended Nikishin's seven-game point drought, so a few more looks in prime situations may be just what he needs to reignite his offense. The rookie defenseman is at eight goals, 23 points (seven on the power play), 97 shots on net, 109 hits, 70 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating over 62 outings this season.

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Pots goal Sunday

DCarolina Hurricanes

February 1, 2026

Nikishin scored a goal on two shots in Sunday's 3-2 overtime win over the Kings.

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Earns two points Friday

DCarolina Hurricanes

January 17, 2026

Nikishin scored a power-play goal on three shots, dished an assist, added two PIM and went plus-2 in Friday's 9-1 win over the Panthers.

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Two power-play points Thursday

DCarolina Hurricanes

January 2, 2026

Nikishin scored a goal and added an assist, both on the power play, in Thursday's 7-5 loss to the Canadiens.

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Slated to play Saturday

DCarolina Hurricanes

December 27, 2025

Nikishin (ankle) is expected to play Saturday versus Detroit.

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Status uncertain after early exit

DCarolina Hurricanes

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December 23, 2025

Nikishin was seen icing his right ankle in the locker room following Tuesday's game versus the Panthers, and head coach Rod Brind'Amour didn't have an update on the defenseman's status, Cory Lavalette of The North State Journal reports.

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Set to sign with club

DCarolina Hurricanes

April 11, 2025

Nikishin's contract with SKA St. Petersburg was terminated Friday, clearing the way for him to sign with the Hurricanes immediately, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

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Nikishin's deal with SKA was set to expire in June regardless, but the mutual termination will allow him to link up with Carolina ahead of the postseason. The termination isn't a complete loss for SKA as it allows the KHL club to maintain Nikishin's player rights should he ever return. In 61 regular-season games this year, the 23-year-old defenseman registered 17 goals and 29 helpers but missed the 50-point threshold for the first time since 2021-22 when he was with Spartak Moscow.

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