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Matvei

Nikonovich

G · PIT

2026-27

Matvei Nikonovich (Pittsburgh Penguins) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.

Matvei Nikonovich

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HEIGHT : 188 cm · WEIGHT : 98 kg · CATCHES : L

Born : June 27, 2008 · Minsk, Belarus

Drafted : 2026 · PIT · round 5, pick #160

Advanced stats

No stats for this season.

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Rank

1048

among all 32 teams' prospects

Rating

29/ 100

percentile among prospects at his position

Potential

20/ 80

Limited NHL upside

Ceiling: 0.0 WAR from age 21 to 26

NHL probability

0 %

of playing 200 NHL games from age 21 to 26

Expected WAR, age 21-26

0.1

the most likely outcome

NHLe

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Matvei Nikonovich: frequently asked questions

How old is Matvei Nikonovich?

Matvei Nikonovich is 18 years old: he was born on June 28, 2008.

How tall is Matvei Nikonovich, and how much does he weigh?

Matvei Nikonovich is 6'2" (188 cm) and weighs 216 lb (98 kg).

Where is Matvei Nikonovich from?

Belarus: Matvei Nikonovich was born in Minsk, Belarus.

What team does Matvei Nikonovich play for?

Matvei Nikonovich plays for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL, at G, wearing number 60.

Is Matvei Nikonovich injured?

No: Matvei Nikonovich is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.

Where was Matvei Nikonovich drafted?

Matvei Nikonovich was drafted 160th overall (round 5) by Pittsburgh Penguins in 2026.

See also: his Pittsburgh Penguins teammates

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