Nikolai Knyzhov - NHL News & Rumors

Released from PTO Knyzhov was released from his professional tryout agreement with the Penguins on Friday, per Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Impact Knyzhov had three goals, 14 points and 24 PIM in 40 contests with AHL San Jose in 2023-24. He also recorded an assist across 10 games with the Sharks. He might still land a two-way contract somewhere, but Knyzhov will almost certainly start 2024-25 in the minors.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Inks PTO Knyzhov will join the Penguins on a professional tryout, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Knyzhov was bought out of his contract by the Sharks in June with a year remaining on that deal. Over the course of the last two seasons, the 26-year-old blueliner saw action in just 22 NHL contests, registering one goal, one assist and 16 shots to go with 24 hits and 33 blocks. At this point, Knyzhov likely faces an uphill battle to secure a spot in the Penguins' lineup and figures to have to edge out the likes of Sebastian Aho, Ryan Shea and youngster Owen Pickering.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on unconditional waivers The Sharks placed Knyzhov on unconditional waivers for the purpose of buying out his contract Saturday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kynzhov has one year remaining on a two-year contract. The Sharks will save $933,333 this season and add $466,667 to their 2025-26 salary cap. Kynzhov managed only one assist in 10 regular-season appearances for the Sharks in 2023-24, as well as three goals and 14 points in 40 games with AHL San Jose.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on waivers Knyzhov was placed on waivers Saturday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Impact The 25-year-old defenseman has been a healthy scratch the last five games. Knyzhov had one assist in 10 games this season and will be sent to AHL San Jose, should he pass through waivers.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers helper in loss Knyzhov earned an assist in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Predators.

Impact Knyzhov is picking up meaningful ice time (19:33 through four games) while Jacob MacDonald tends to an undisclosed injury, plus the former is averaging 0:52 on the power play. A powerful defenseman listed at 6-foot-3 and 222 pounds, Knyzhov is someone to keep an eye on in case he ends up carving out a larger role, but for now, he's merely a depth option.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Up with Sharks Knyzhov was recalled from AHL San Jose on Sunday.

Impact Knyzhov has recorded one goal, 11 blocked shots and eight hits in nine NHL outings this season. He could replace Marc-Edouard Vlasic (lower body) in the lineup Monday against Winnipeg.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 30, 2023 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

Sharks sign D Nikolai Knyzhov to 2-year extension

The San Jose Sharks have signed defenseman Nikolai Knyzhov to a two-year, $2.5 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season

MARCH 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signs two-year deal Knyzhov agreed to a two-year contract extension with San Jose.

Impact Knyzhov has an assist in 13 AHL games with the Barracuda this season. He's also provided a goal and eight PIM in nine appearances with the Sharks in 2022-23. The 25-year-old defenseman was eligible to become a restricted free agent this summer after completing his current one-year, two-way deal.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal in nearly two years Knyzhov scored a goal in Tuesday's 6-5 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets.

Impact Knyzhov delivered the game-tying goal in the third period. It was his first tally in nearly two years -- he lost all of 2021-22 to a groin injury, and an Achilles injury kept him sidelined for the first half of this season. The 24-year-old defenseman's goal Tuesday was his first point in five NHL contests this season, and he's also gone minus-7 with five shots on net, six blocked shots, four hits and two PIM. Despite the lackluster play, he's seeing time alongside Erik Karlsson on the top pairing, which is a position that could lead to some residual offense for Knyzhov.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned from AHL Knyzhov was recalled from AHL San Jose on Sunday.

Impact Knyzhov has appeared in 12 AHL contests this campaign after recovering from a torn Achilles tendon. Radim Simek (undisclosed) was injured in Saturday's 8-3 loss to Washington, so the Sharks recalled Knyzhov and Nick Cicek ahead of Monday's road game against Winnipeg.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concludes conditioning stint Knyzhov (Achilles) was activated from injured reserve and subsequently assigned to the AHL on Sunday.

Impact Knyzhov will remain with AHL San Jose after returning from offseason Achilles surgery. The 24-year-old defenseman last saw NHL action in 2020-21, recording two goals and eight assists in 56 games.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Every day it's a mental battle': Inside Knyzhov's hard-luck journey Knyzhov practiced alongside his Sharks teammates this week for the first time in 20 months.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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AUGUST 14, 2022 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

Sharks defenseman Nikolai Knyzhov's horrible injury woes continue with Achilles tear SAN JOSE, Calif. — San Jose Sharks defenseman Nikolai Knyzhov tore the Achilles tendon in his right leg during off-ice training, an injury t...

AUGUST 14, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Sharks D Nikolai Knyzhov tears Achilles tendon

San Jose Sharks defenseman Nikolai Knyzhov will miss the first few months of the season with a torn right Achilles tendon

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov out 8-10 weeks after surgery on lower-body injury Knyzhov was San Jose's rookie of the year last season.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

On modest three-game point streak Knyzhov posted an assist and two hits in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Kings.

Impact Knyzhov has a modest three-game point streak going -- he's posted a goal and two helpers in that span. The Russian defenseman is up to seven points, 27 shots on net, 48 hits and 36 blocked shots through 37 contests. Expect the 23-year-old to continue working on the second pairing alongside Erik Karlsson.

APRIL 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Points in consecutive games Knyzhov notched an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Friday's 3-0 win over the Kings.

Impact Knyzhov has a goal and an assist over his last two games. The Russian blueliner seems to be more comfortable in his second-pairing role lately. He's up to six points, 46 hits, 35 blocked shots and 35 PIM in 36 outings. Four of his points have come in the last eight contests.

APRIL 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first NHL goal Knyzhov scored a goal on two shots and added three hits in Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Wild.

Impact Knyzhov took a pass from Erik Karlsson and scored the game-winning tally at 10:58 of the third period. The goal was Knyzhov's first in the NHL. The 23-year-old rookie has added four assists, 45 hits, 35 PIM and 33 blocked shots in 35 appearances this year, mainly in a defensive role alongside Karlsson.

APRIL 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plucks apple in win Knyzhov posted an assist, three shots on goal and four PIM in Monday's 2-1 win over the Kings.

Impact Knyzhov has assists in consecutive outings after going 16 games without a point. The Russian blueliner has four helpers, 35 PIM, 19 shots on net, 35 hits and 28 blocked shots through 30 contests. As a mainly defensive player, Knyzhov probably won't warrant fantasy consideration in 2020-21.

MARCH 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Foligno And Nikolai Knyzhov Square Up And Exchange Blows

FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • YOUTUBE

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