Nikolai Kovalenko

24-Year-Old Right WingRW

Colorado Avalanche

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After finding success in the KHL, including the 2023-24 campaign in which he scored 11 goals and 35 points in 42 regular-season games with Nizhny Novgorod Torpedo, Kovalenko joined the Avalanche organization, logging two goals and four points across six AHL games between the regular season and playoffs last year. Kovalenko will be in the fight for a middle-six spot with the Avalanche during training camp, and given the success he's had overseas coupled with the absence of Valeri Nichushkin (suspension) until mid-November, it's worth keeping a close eye on him. The 24-year-old Kovalenko has the potential to record over 40 points under the right circumstances next year but keep in mind that assuming he'll have that level of success is risky, especially because not everyone who does well in the KHL can make the transition to North American hockey. Read Past Outlooks

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Height 5'10"

DOB 10/17/1999

Born Raleigh, North Carolina

Drafted 6th Rd, #171 Overall in 2018

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Headed back to minors

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October 15, 2024

Kovalenko was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

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This marks Kovalenko's third demotion in October, a trend that figures to continue as long as the Avs are trying to save some cap space. Fantasy players can likely expect the winger to be back on the NHL roster ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Bruins.

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Back in bigs

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October 11, 2024

Kovalenko was recalled from AHL Colorado on Friday.

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Returned to minors

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October 10, 2024

Kovalenko was sent down to AHL Colorado on Thursday.

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Called up Tuesday

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October 8, 2024

Kovalenko was recalled from AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

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Sent to AHL

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October 7, 2024

Kovalenko was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Monday.

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Joining Avs

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April 28, 2024

Kovalenko was recalled from AHL Colorado on Sunday, Evan Rawal of Colorado Hockey Now reports.

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Debuting soon?

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March 14, 2024

Kovalenko is expected to link up with the Avalanche either on their current road trip or when the team returns home, per Brennan Vogt of The-Rink.com.

ANALYSIS
Kovalenko was solid during his time in the KHL this year, recording 11 goals and 24 assists in 42 games played. The 24-year-old will look to possibly make his NHL debut this weekend or later next week. He could slot into a bottom-six role due to Zach Parise's absence -- Parise is currently dealing with a lower-body injury.

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