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- Name: Maxim Goncharov
- Position: D
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 176 lbs
- Birthdate: 1989-06-15
- Eligible for Draft: 2007
- Drafted: 2007
- Hometown: Ufa, Russia
- Acquired: 5th round (123rd overall), 2007
- Playing In: Pro
Maxim Goncharov
Prospect Grade: 7.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2006-07: Played with CSKA in the RSL. Was pointless in 19 games and took 19 penalty minutes. He also starred for the Russians at the U18 tournament in Finland and was again, pointless in seven appearances.
2007-08: Played in his first full season with CSKA Moscow in the RSL. Posted six points (3 goals, 2 assists) in 47 games played.
2008-09: In his first season with the KHL, Goncharov posted 7 goals and 7 assists through 47 games.
2009-10: Finished the season with CSKA Moscow of the KHL where he posted 4 goals, 13 assists, and 52 penalty minutes. Was signed by the Coyotes to an entry-level deal.
2010-11: In his first season in North America, Goncharov skated in 61 of 80 games for the AHL's San Antonio Rampage. He practiced with the Phoenix Coyotes during their NHL playoff run but did not see any game action. Goncharov scored 6 goals with 9 assists and was -3 with 65 PMs with the Rampage. San Antonio finished four points out of a playoff spot in the AHL's West Division.
Talent Analysis
An excitable player with good size and mobility, Goncharov is two-way defender who likes to play a physical game but can also chip in offensively with a cannon of a point shot. Although he can be erratic at times, his physicality makes him a dangerous player for opponents to look for as he often seeks out an open ice hit.
Future
As a fifth-round pick, Goncharov has developed into one of the organization’s most intriguing prospects. He has all the tools to be a good NHL defenseman as he brings size, speed and physicality to the table.
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Profile Last Updated: January, 10th 2012
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