Ilya Nikolayev – 2019 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Ilya Nikolayev

2018-19 Team: Loko Yaroslavl
Date of Birth: June 26, 2001
Place of Birth: Yaroslavl, Russia
Ht: 6’ 0” Wt: 183 lbs
Position: C
NHL Draft Eligibility: 2019 first-year eligible

Rankings

• NHL Central Scouting: 9th (among European skaters)
• Future Considerations: 43rd
• Hockeyprospect.com: 21st
• ISS Hockey: 22nd
• Dobber Prospects: 29th

Ilya Nikolayev isn’t as big as some of the other names ahead of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, but the Russian centre is an extremely well-rounded player that will be able to make an impact in the NHL.

Risk – 3.75/5 | Reward – 3.5/5

Fantasy Hockey Potential

Offense – 7/10 | Defense – 8/10

Awards/Achievements

Nikolayev not only participated in the 2018 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, but was the alternate captain for the tournament, collecting seven points through five games, helping Russia to a bronze medal. As part of the Russia U18 WJAC team in 2018-19, he scored a goal and added five assists through six games before his four points and a silver medal at the U18 World Championship in April 2019.

Interview/Profile Links

• Junior League Hockey

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