Russia
Artur Kayumov
Another in a long line of offensively talented Russians, Kayumov is a long-term project but has Panarin-type upside.
Vladislav Firstov
Firstov is a powerful winger who’s offensive instincts are quite good. He competes at a high level and finds his teammates in good spots when he isn’t using his cannon of a shot. With some added bulk his physicality should play up more in leagues that counts peripherals such as hits
Alexander Khovanov
Very talented playmaking center with good vision and puck skills. Needs to work on his skating and play without the puck.
Nikita Alexandrov
Adequate skater who blends skill and power to make himself a constant threat
Pavel Dorofeyev
Talented offensive top-six winger who is capable of setting up plays and finishing them.
Vsevolod Komarov
An offensive defender who is not particularly mobile, but uses strength in the crease defensively. Can be caught chasing plays. Has dramatically improved his offensive game since arriving in North America.
Fyodor Svechkov
One of the best two-way forwards in the draft. Svechkov is great in transition, excellent in his own end, and has some offensive tools that are on the verge of really popping. Playing on a team lacking other talents, Svechkov is often on an island but still drives good results.
Alexander Kisakov
Shifty, dual-threat offensive winger with defensive deficiencies and physical limitations. Great shot and intelligent playmaking give him a high ceiling, but there's work needed to make him a sure bet at the NHL level.
Viktor Neuchev
High-octane sniper with decent IQ and great compete. Needs to fill out his frame and work on consistency, but could become a top-six winger.
Ilya Solovyov
A big, steady force on defence who blocks shots and loves throwing hits anywhere on the ice.