Player's Profile
- Name: Nikita Nikitin
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 178 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-06-16
- Eligible for Draft: 2004
- Drafted: 2004
- Hometown: Omsk, Russia
- Acquired: 5th round (136th overall), 2004 Entry Draft
- Playing In: Europe
Nikita Nikitin
Prospect Grade: 6.0 D (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2006-07: Nikitin enjoyed a strong campaign in the Russian Super League. He put up 15 assists with Avangard Omsk, also scoring a goal, and was plus-8 with 99 PIM on the second-place club. Avangard made it to the semi-finals in the playoffs before falling to Matallurg. Nikitin continued to provide offensive production with five assists in 11 games. He also recorded 39 minutes in penalties.
2007-08: Continuing his Russian hockey career with Avangard Omsk (RSL), the defenseman notched three goals and 14 points in 57 games this season.
Talent Analysis
Nikitin is a strong skater, which enables him to play the role of puck-moving defenseman. His shot is hard, and he can make crisp break-out passes in his own zone. He doesn’t shy away from physicality.
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Profile Last Updated: April, 26th 2009
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