LD Artemi Knyazev - Ak Bars Kazan, KHL (2019, 48th, SJS; traded to WPG released)

[Habs76]

I honestly think the CHL is a good path for Russian defenseman. I see that forwards often fail here, but I've found defensemen to do much better.

 

[Kevin Musto]

I honestly think the CHL is a good path for Russian defenseman. I see that forwards often fail here, but I've found defensemen to do much better.

It's working out for Alexeyev so far

 

[Habs76]

It's working out for Alexeyev so far

Yeah, and it worked for Provorov too

 

[Habs76]

In fact, of the eight Russian defensemen to play over 10 games in the NHL this year, the following took the CHL route:
Provorov
Sergachev
Zadorov
Kulikov

Orlov, Zaitsev, Emelin, Antipin did not.

 

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[Patrik Barkov]

Looks like he's flying out there. Very exciting prospect.

 

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[dylan pendergast]

Anyone know if he's related to former first rounder Igor Knyazev?

That name just made me sad

 

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[Christien]

Really like this kid

 

[Frk It]

Kid skates like the f***ing wind.

 

[Atas2000]

They need to learn to pronounce his name. It was hurting my ears all game.

 

[Atas2000]

Kid skates like the ****ing wind.

He needs to learn that his position starts with a "D" though.

 

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[covfefe]

Seems that he likes to score OT winners.

 

[wings5]

Seems quite electric for a Russian blueliner.

 

[Brucelenok]

Great 1st season in North America. He is a 1st round talent IMO but he is projected to be picked somewhere in the middle of 2nd round. Wish either Leafs or Caps will pick him. I think he is going to be a steal for a 2nd round

 

[LastWordArmy]

Our look

Artemi Kniazev Scouting Report: 2019 NHL Draft #68

 

[MMC]

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