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Nikita Zadorov

Born:April 16, 1995Draft:2013 Sabres, 16th Overall
Hometown:Moskva, RussiaPosition:D
Known For:Shoots:Left
National Team:RussiaCurrent Team:Vancouver Canucks

Nikita Sergeyvich Zadorov (born 16 April 1995) is a Russian professional ice hockey defenseman for the Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He previously played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Buffalo Sabres and Calgary Flames. He was originally drafted by the Sabres in the first round, 16th overall, in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.

Nikita Zadorov Calgary Flames
Nikita Zadorov, Calgary Flames (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)

Nikita Zadorov Statistics

Trade Tracker

DateTraded FromTraded WithTraded ToTraded For
July 26, 2015Buffalo SabresSecond-Round Pick
(Jeremy Roy)
J.T. Compher
Mikhail Grigorenko
Colorado AvalancheJamie McGinn
Ryan O’Reilly
October 10, 2020Colorado AvalancheAnton LindholmChicago Blackhawks LogoDennis Gilbert
Brandon Saad
July 28, 2021Chicago Blackhawks LogoCalgary FlamesThird-Round Pick
(Aidan Thompson)
Nov. 30, 2023Calgary FlamesVancouver Canucks2024 Fifth-Round Pick
2026 Third-Round Pick

Deeper Dive

Achievements

  • U17 WHC Gold Medal — 2011-12
  • CHL Top Prospects Game — 2012-13
  • Jr Super Series Champion — 2012-13
  • OHL Champion — 2012-13
  • OHL First All-Rookie Team — 2012-13
  • OHL Second All-Star Team — 2013-14
  • U20 WJC All-Star Team — 2013-14
  • U20 WJC Bronze Medal — 2013-14
  • U20 WJC Most Goals by Defenseman (4) — 2013-14
  • NHL Most Hits (278) — 2017-18
  • World Championship Bronze Medal — 2018-19

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