Carolina Hurricanes face standoff with Alexander Nikishin amid contract issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Alexander Nikishin has not reported to Carolina Hurricanes training camp as he remains unsigned. The 24-year-old defenseman recorded 11 goals and 33 points last season, then added one point in 17 playoff games. With the Hurricanes holding his NHL rights, discussions about a potential return to the KHL have emerged. Insider Chris Johnston noted that without a signed contract or arbitration rights, Nikishin's options are limited. The Hurricanes, fresh off a Stanley Cup win, are motivated to resolve the situation, but negotiations have been challenging as they seek to balance Nikishin’s contract demands against his relatively short NHL career.
- •Nikishin has not reported to training camp with the Hurricanes.
- •He recorded 11 goals and 33 points last season, contributing in playoffs.
- •Discussions of a return to the KHL are becoming more prominent.
- •The Hurricanes control his NHL rights and seek a long-term agreement.
- •Nikishin reportedly wants a contract over $8 million annually.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Alexander Nikishin May Have to Look Back to Russia
"The Carolina Hurricanes and their standoff with Alexander Nikishin may have one solution, and it could involve Russia. The post Alexander Nikishin May Have to Look Back to Russia appeared first on HEAVY.
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