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Russian forward Matvei Michkov was discussed as a high-level prospect in the 2023 NHL Draft even before he embarrassed opponents with one of the best age-16 performances we've ever seen at the U18 World Championships, where he earned the MVP award.
As his draft approached, concerns about his KHL contract and questions about a timeline for his arrival to the NHL knocked him down some draft boards.
With rumors on the horizon that he may come to the NHL as early as the 2024-25 season, it seems the Philadelphia Flyers got a steal when they chose Michkov, an undeniable top-3 talent in that draft, at 7th overall
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