Russia
Ivan Demidov
Demidov is as electrifying a prospect as you can find, with a game built on elite creativity, escapability, and puck skill.
Igor Chernyshov
Smooth-skating playmaker with power-forward elements. Dominates the small-area game, and could develop into a top-six piece either at center or wing.
Vadim Zherenko
Zherenko is a tall goalie, who uses is height and is athletics abilities to stop the puck. Not the best technical goaltender but always makes a great effort to make saves.
Grigori Denisenko
A hard-nosed forward with high-end skill. Top-line upside but some risk as well.
Mikhail Gulyayev
Undersized but dynamic puck moving defenseman who defends well despite his physical limitations. Could grow into a serviceable top-four defender with the ability to drive offense and quarterback a powerplay at the NHL level.
Dmitri Rashevsky
High energy, hard-working, goal-scoring winger who isn’t afraid to get to the middle of the ice to generate scoring chances. Top-six potential can contribute to the power play and be an asset on the penalty kill. Add and stash in dynasty leagues, low risk/high reward.
Pavel Kraskovsky
A big, strong center with soft hands who plays the puck well but lacks offensive upside; better known as a defensive specialist. Long shot to play in North America. Look elsewhere if you’re searching for a deep dynasty league stash.
Arseni Koromyslov
Koromyslov has the raw tools to be a useful defenceman at the next level, likely lower down the lineup. He skates well and has a big frame, also possessing good puck skills which all combined makes him an effective transition player. As of right now, his offensive potential seems limited but if he can refine his game and add to his toolkit, that could possibly change.
Semyon Der-Arguchintsev
Diminutive but highly skilled center with a pass-first mentality. Needs to continue to round out his game and add strength to his slight frame.
Rodion Amirov
A solid two-way winger who thrives on creating space for himself in the offensive zone to create plays. Good skill and very smart, but lacks pure speed and strength. Potential to be a top-six forward.