Alexander Nikishin
Defenseman · Carolina Hurricanes
2020 Draft, Rd 3 Pick 7 (#69) — Carolina Hurricanes
Current Season
GP
81
Goals
11
Assists
22
Points
33
+/-
+18
S%
9.0%
Career Stats
Contract
Cap Hit
$925K
Total Value
$1.85M
Expires
2 yrs · 2025-2026
Status
Then RFA
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Recent Stories
Dan Vladar eyes a bounce-back performance tonight, aiming to rediscover the form that Flames fans crave in tight games. Alexander Nikishin joins the mix, stepping back into the lineup at a pivotal moment for his squad. Both moves inject fresh energy into matchups that could shift momentum in the standings race.
Carolina's news roundup hits on the Greig verdict, Nikishin's murky status, and lottery implications for their prospect pool. Front office sorts disciplinary fallout while plotting draft moves to bolster the blue line. Stakes rise as Rod Brind'Amour eyes another Cup push.
Alexander Nikishin sits Monday, a blow to the Rangers' blue line that's got coach Laviolette rethinking pairings. The Russian star's absence tests their depth against a tough slate, and front office eyes watch how the kids step up. In a league where D-men win cups, this gap spotlights New York's resilience under pressure.