13 Facts About Nikita Zadorov

Nikita Sergeyevich Zadorov is a Russian professional ice hockey defenceman for the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League.

Nikita Zadorov was originally drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the first round, 16th overall, in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.

Nikita Zadorov was selected by affiliate Kontinental Hockey League club CSKA Moscow in the first round, fourth overall, of the 2012 KHL Junior Draft.

Nikita Zadorov attended his first rookie and NHL training camp and after his third pre-season contest he was signed by the Sabres to a three-year, entry-level contract on 26 September 2013.

Nikita Zadorov played out the remainder of the season with the Knights, assuming a top-pairing role in surpassing his rookie season totals in points in half the number of games, earning a selection to the OHL Second All-Star Team.

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Nikita Zadorov's playing time soon increased in the season as the team's coaching staff decided to keep Nikita Zadorov regardless of his junior situation.

Nikita Zadorov became the youngest Sabres defenceman in history to score an overtime winner.

Nikita Zadorov showed his youth by suffering two team suspensions over the course of his rookie campaign, after returning late from holiday over the All-Star break and later oversleeping through a team practice.

In February 2017, Nikita Zadorov collided with forward Mikko Rantanen during practice and suffered a season-ending fractured ankle injury.

Nikita Zadorov was medically cleared to play but was late returning for the Avalanche's 2017 training camp due to Visa issues.

Nikita Zadorov ended his fourth year campaign playing in 70 regular-season games and recording seven goals, seven assists, and accumulating 75 penalty minutes.

Nikita Zadorov returned to the Avalanche's lineup three games later after recovering from surgery to heal his broken jaw.

Nikita Zadorov finished the playoffs with 3 goals and 5 points through 15 games.