Age: 20
Date of birth: March 26, 1989
Place of birth: Andizhan, USSR (now Russia)
Ht: 6-2 Wt: 213
Shoots: L
Salary: $ 687,500
NHL Seasons: 1-R
Drafted by Columbus in 2007 (4/94).
ASSETS: Has offensive upside and a great frame. Can score goals because of a quick wrist shot and displays plenty of skill with the puck. Is effectively on either side of center.
FLAWS: Needs to become a better player in his own end and the corners in order to maximize his NHL potential. Must also make better use of his 6-2 frame.
