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Nikolai Kovalenko

Born:October 17, 1999Draft:2018 Avalanche 171st Overall
Hometown:Raleigh, North CarolinaPosition:Winger
Known For:Shoots:Left
National Team:RussiaCurrent Team:San Jose Sharks

Nikolai Andreyevich Kovalenko (born October 17, 1999) is an American-born Russian professional ice hockey forward. He is currently playing for the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected in the sixth round, 171st overall, by the Avalanche in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. He is the son of former NHL player, Andrei Kovalenko.

Nikolai Kovalenko Colorado Avalanche
Nikolai Kovalenko, Colorado Avalanche (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)

Nikolai Kovalenko Statistics

Trade Tracker

DateTraded FromTraded WithTraded ToTraded For
Dec. 9, 2024Colorado AvalancheAlexandar Georgiev
2nd-Round Pick (2026)
5th-Round Pick (2025)
San Jose SharksMackenzie Blackwood
Givani Smith
5th-Round Pick (2027)

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Achievements

  • World U17 Hockey Challenge Silver Medal (2015)
  • IIHF U20 World Juniors Bronze Medal (2019)

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