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Avalanche Draft Profile: Nikita Popugaev

Get to Know Nikita Popugaev

Date of Birth: 11/20/1998
Place of Birth: Moskva, RUS
Ht: 6’6″ Wt: 203 lbs
Shoots: Right
Position: Right Wing
Team (League): Prince George Cougars (WHL)

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What Scouts See

Future Considerations:

Popugaev is a hulking winger with some strong goal-scoring ability. He is a straight line player and it’s a thing of beauty when he finds a lane and gets full extension, his stride generating impressive speed. However, his edgework, transitional footwork and overall balance don’t look so fluid, preventing him from keeping his momentum.