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Alexander Nikishin

Defenseman · Carolina Hurricanes

2020 Draft, Rd 3 Pick 7 (#69) — Carolina Hurricanes

Next Game

Thu, Feb 26 · 7:00 PM ET vs Lightning

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Age 246'3"218 lbsShoots LeftOrel, RUS

Current Season

GP

56

Goals

7

Assists

15

Points

22

+/-

+9

S%

8.0%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Feb 5@ NYR0000214:16
Feb 3vs OTT000-1015:45
Feb 1vs LAK1010213:31
Jan 31@ WSH000-1113:14
Jan 29vs UTA000-2216:27

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$925K

Total Value

$1.85M

Expires

2 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then RFA

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Recent Stories

Trades & Rumors
Canes' Nikishin Deal: Bridge or Bold Bet?

The Hurricanes face a high-stakes crossroads with Alexander Nikishin's next contract after his breakout rookie season lights up the blueline. GM Eric Tulsky weighs bridge deals around $4-5 million or a longer seven-year commitment pushing $8 million, all while trade rumors swirl ahead of the deadline. Teams covet the Russian star's size, skill, and analytics edge, but Carolina holds the cards with cap space and picks to chase a superstar instead.

Carolina Hurricanes

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Alexander Nikishin's stats this season?
Alexander Nikishin has 7 goals and 15 assists for 22 points in 56 games this season.
What team does Alexander Nikishin play for?
Alexander Nikishin is a defenseman for the Carolina Hurricanes.
What is Alexander Nikishin's contract?
Alexander Nikishin has a cap hit of $0.93M with 0 years remaining. He will be a restricted free agent (RFA) when the contract expires.
When was Alexander Nikishin drafted?
Alexander Nikishin was drafted in the 2020 NHL Draft by the Carolina Hurricanes in Round 3, Pick 7 (69 overall).
Where is Alexander Nikishin from?
Alexander Nikishin is 24 years old and was born in Orel, RUS.