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Hurricanes’ Goalie Miftakhov on Carolina Talks, NHL Dream, and a Defining Season

Hurricanes’ Goalie Miftakhov on Carolina Talks, NHL Dream, and a Defining Season

Last season turned out to be mixed for Ak Bars goalie Amir Miftakhov. After a strong first half of the regular season in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), during which the netminder ranked among the leaders in goaltending stats, came a less successful second half, followed by only two appearances in the playoffs out of a possible 13.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1
Hurricanes sign goaltender Amir Miftakhov to one-year contract

Hurricanes sign goaltender Amir Miftakhov to one-year contract

The Carolina Hurricanes have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with goaltender Amir Miftakhov, according to his agent, Dan Milstein. Miftakhov, 25, posted a 13-11-3 record, four shutouts, and a .927 save percentage in 30 games with his hometown KHL club Ak Bars Kazan during the 2024-25 regular season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / House of Hockey / June 14
Former Top Tampa Bay Prospect Expected to Be Signed by Conference Rival

Former Top Tampa Bay Prospect Expected to Be Signed by Conference Rival

Back in 2020, the Tampa Bay Lightning drafted goaltender Amir Miftakhov, and after failing to make it to the NHL, he could be signed by a major rival.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 14
Hurricanes linked to Amir Miftakhov

Hurricanes linked to Amir Miftakhov

With veterans Dustin Tokarski and Spencer Martin set to be unrestricted free agents next month, the Hurricanes are expected to make a move to add some depth at the goaltending position.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 30
Hurricanes Linked to Possible Deal with Russian Netminder Amir Miftakhov

Hurricanes Linked to Possible Deal with Russian Netminder Amir Miftakhov

While all eyes were on Game 5 Tuesday night (April 29) for the Carolina Hurricanes’ Round 1 matchup against the New Jersey Devils, there was some early news Tuesday morning about a possible deal for the team.

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