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Ivan Miroshnichenko

Born:Feb 4, 2004Draft: 2022 Capitals, 20th Overall
Hometown:Ussuriysk, RussiaPosition:Left Wing
Known For:Shoots:Right
National Team:RussiaCurrent Status:Top Prospect (Washington Capitals)

Ivan Miroshnichenko (born February 4, 2004) is a Russian ice hockey player, recently playing for Omskie Krylia of the Russian VHL league. He was a member of the Russian team that captured the gold medal at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, and also won a U18 World Junior Championship silver medal. Miroshnichenko was selected 20th overall by the Washington Capitals in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.

Ivan Miroshnichenko Washington Capitals
Ivan Miroshnichenko, Washington Capitals (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)

Miroshnichenko earned a reputation as a sandpaper player that skates like the wind and has an excellent release. He served two years in the Omskie hockey program, appearing in both the VHL and MHL leagues. He’s committed to playing another year in the MHL with Omskie Krylia in the 2022-23 season.

Ivan Miroshnichenko Statistics

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Achievements

  • YOG Best Plus/Minus (13) (2020)
  • YOG Gold Medal (2020)
  • U18 WJC Silver Medal (2021)
  • Hlinka Gretzky Cup Gold Medal (2022)

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