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San Jose Sharks Western Conference Pacific Division
 
Nikolai Knyzhov • #71 • D
Status:In the minors
Ht/Wt:6'2", 218 lbs.
Born:Mar 20, 1998 (26 yrs) in Kemerovo, RUS
Experience:2 years
Drafted:Signed by San Jose in 2019.
Shoots:L
2023-24 Season Stats
GP G A Pts +/- PIM PPG SHG GWG TOI S PtsPG
YTD 10 0 1 1 -6 6 0 0 0 17:39 6 0.10
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Scouting Report
The Russian defenseman arrived in North America during his formative years as a teenager before returning overseas. The late-blooming rearguard is capable of holding down a regular job in the NHL, when healthy. He is at his best when he keeps things simple and may be best on a pairing with an offensive-minded partner. He moves the puck well and has NHL size, though he is still learning how to use it effectively. Injuries can be an issue for him.
Long Range Potential: Big puck-moving defenseman (when healthy).
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