The Carolina Hurricanes have signed Alexander Nikishin to a 2-year entry-level contract.
The 2-year contract covers the remainder of this season and the 2025-26 season.
The Hurricanes’ top prospect, Nikishin had 17 goals and 29 assists in 61 games with St. Petersburg SKA of the KHL this season. He led the KHL in scoring among defensemen in 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons with 55 and 56 points, respectively.
His contract will carry a $925,000 cap hit with significant performance bonuses.
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