EVGENY
KUZNETSOV
C
Ht/Wt
6’1’’,
205 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
10
years
Debut
Mar 10, 2014
Born
May 19, 1992
(32 yrs)
Chelyabinsk, Russia
Drafted
Drafted by Washington in 2010 (1/26).
Drafted from
Chelyabinsk (KHL)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
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| 2024-07-31 |
Signed with the SKA St. Petersburg of the KHL.
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| 2024-07-17 |
Placed on unconditional waivers by the Carolina Hurricanes for the purpose of being released from his contract.
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| 2024-03-08 |
Acquired from the Washington Capitals
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The Carolina Hurricanes acquired center Evgeny Kuznetsov from the Washington Capitals for a third-round draft pick in 2025. |
| 2024-03-03 |
Assigned to the Hershey Bears (AHL).
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| 2024-03-02 |
Placed on waivers by the Washington Capitals.
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 2017-18 (Washington) |
| NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2021-22, 2015-16 (replacement) |
| WJC-A | Most Valuable Player Most Valuable Player | 2011-12 |
| WJC-A | The Directorate - Best Player The Directorate - Best Player | 2011-12 |
| WJC-A | Media - All-Star Team Media - All-Star Team | 2011-12, 2010-11 |
Scouting Report
Is as talented offensively as any center in the NHL. He is capable of being an electric playmaker, and has the shot to finish off chances on his own. Can disappear for stretches, but is becoming more consistent as he moves through the prime of his career. Is well above average in shootouts. Has had some off-ice incidents that have led to suspensions. When used as a penalty killer, he can be dangerous.
Long Range Potential: Outstanding playmaking center.
