Russia
Dmitri Borichev
Big, athletic Russian netminder whose calling card is high-end puck tracking and a quick glove. The early favorite to be the first goalie off the board in 2026, with the usual MHL-sample caveat attached.
Sergei Ivanov
Diminutive but quick and athletic Russian goalie. His quickness and agility makes up for his short stature, and early results in the KHL look fantastic. Time will tell if he makes the jump to North America.
Yaroslav Matyev
Big, mobile-for-his-size left-shot defenseman and a long-term project, already with KHL exposure at 16 but a raw offensive game. Fantasy value is negligible barring real development, the deepest of fliers.
Matvei Kotkov
A lethal shooter who finds quiet ice, lacks strength.
Yaroslav Fedoseyev
A gritty, puck moving defenseman who's punishing in battles.
Vladimir Proskurin
A speedy, athletic goaltender who has made significant strides in control and structure.
Zakhar Bardakov
Sizable forward with a knack for the front of the net. Can win puck battles but limited finishing ability.
Nikita Novosyolov
Standout netminder from Russian junior in need of starts in stronger leagues
Ilya Solovyov
A big, steady force on defence who blocks shots and loves throwing hits anywhere on the ice.