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Penguins' Nikolai Knyzhov: Released from PTO
Knyzhov was released from his professional tryout agreement with the Penguins on Friday, per Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
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.
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Penguins' Nikolai Knyzhov: Inks PTO
Knyzhov will join the Penguins on a professional tryout, the team announced Thursday.
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.
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Nikolai Knyzhov: 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.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Placed on waivers
Knyzhov was placed on waivers Saturday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
Knyzhov has been a healthy scratch for the last five games. The 25-year-old defenseman has one assist in 10 games this season and will be sent to AHL San Jose, should he pass through waivers.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Delivers helper in loss
Knyzhov earned an assist in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Predators.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Up with Sharks
Knyzhov was recalled from AHL San Jose on Sunday.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Signs two-year deal
Knyzhov signed a two-year contract extension with San Jose on Wednesday.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Back in AHL
Knyzhov was reassigned to AHL San Jose on Saturday,
Knyzhov played the last nine games with the Sharks after being recalled from the minors March 5. He spent all of the 2021-22 season on the sidelines due to a groin injury, missed the first half of this season after offseason Achilles surgery. He will get in some much needed playing time in the AHL.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: First goal in nearly two years
Knyzhov scored a goal in Tuesday's 6-5 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Summoned from AHL
Knyzhov was recalled from AHL San Jose on Sunday.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Concludes conditioning stint
Knyzhov (Achilles) was activated from injured reserve and subsequently assigned to the AHL on Sunday.
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.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Heads to AHL for conditioning
Knyzhov (Achilles) was sent to AHL San Jose on Monday for a conditioning stint, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Knyzhov hasn't played yet this season following Achilles tendon surgery in August. However, it appears as though he is finally ready to see some game action. The 24-year-old blueliner also missed the entire 2021-22 campaign with a groin injury.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Joins Sharks' practice
Knyzhov (Achilles) practiced with the Sharks on Thursday for the first time since undergoing surgery in August, per Colton Pankiw of San Jose Hockey Now.
Knyzhov took part in drills, though he did wear a no-contact jersey. While this is an encouraging step in his recovery, there is no timetable for his return. The 24-year-old hasn't played yet in 2022-23, and he missed the full 2021-22 campaign due to a groin injury.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Shifted to LTIR
Knyzhov (Achilles) was moved to long-term injured reserve Monday, per CapFriendly.
Knyzhov recently got back on the ice to skate but he doesn't appear to be close to a return just yet. The 24-year-old missed the entire 2021-22 campaign and has undergone two surgeries since the 2021 preseason.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Gets on the ice Tuesday
Knyzhov (Achilles) skated Tuesday, getting on the ice for the first time since his August surgery, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
This is a good first step for Knyzhov, who has not played since the 2020-21 season due to various injuries. The 24-year-old defenseman still has a long way to go before he can return -- he's likely a minimum of three months away from suiting up, though head coach David Quinn said Knyzhov may be slightly ahead of schedule.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Recovery won't be rushed
Knyzhov (Achilles) is not guaranteed to return for the Sharks this season, Corey Masisak of The Athletic reports.
Knyzhov is putting in work after undergoing Achilles surgery in August. General manager Mike Grier indicated the Sharks are hopeful the 24-year-old defenseman can play at some point, but also suggested the team will be cautious. It makes sense, as the Sharks are not likely to be competitive this year and don't need to rush a young player back before he's fully recovered.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Out six months
Knyzhov underwent surgery Aug. 10 for a torn Achilles that he recently suffered during off-ice activity. The recovery timeline is approximately six months.
Knyzhov last played in an NHL contest back in 2020-21, putting up 10 points in 56 games. He'll need to wait at least until February to return to game action, and it's unclear if he'll be in line for action with the big club or down with the AHL affiliate.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Will be ready for training camp
Knyzhov (groin) is expected to be healthy for the start of training camp, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports Monday.
Knyzhov missed the entirety of the 2021-22 season due to his long-term groin injury and hasn't suited up for a game since May 12, 2021. That season, the 24-year-old blueliner generated two goals and eight assists in 56 contests and could push for the 20-point threshold.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Dealt with groin injury
Knyzhov battled a groin injury in 2021-22, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.
Knyzhov didn't play a game this season after a lower-body surgery and subsequent infection. Despite the lost year, the 24-year-old defenseman is expected to be ready to play in the fall.
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Sharks' Nikolai Knyzhov: Signs one-year deal
Knyzhov (lower body) signed a one-year, $750,000 contract with the Sharks on Friday.
Knyzhov won't play in 2021-22 due to an infection stemming from the surgery he underwent in mid-October, but he played pretty well as a rookie 2020-21, picking up 10 points and 84 hits while averaging 16:45 of ice time through 56 appearances. The 24-year-old defender should be a regular in the Sharks' lineup next season.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-2, 218 lbs |
| Birthplace: Kemerovo, Russia |
| Age: 26 |
| Experience: 4 |
| Shoots: Left |