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New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / September 21
Devils’ Nikita Shcherbakov Is the KHL Rookie of the Week

Devils’ Nikita Shcherbakov Is the KHL Rookie of the Week

Salavat Yulaev Ufa defenseman Nikita Shcherbakov was awarded Rookie of the Week honors on Monday in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). The 18-years-old blueliner was picked by the New Jersey Devils in the second round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, 44th overall pick.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 10
Devils’ Prospect Nikita Shcherbakov on KHL Debut, Alexander Zharovsky, and His Development

Devils’ Prospect Nikita Shcherbakov on KHL Debut, Alexander Zharovsky, and His Development

Nikita Shcherbakov took a major step forward in 2025-26, making his debut in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) with Salavat Yulaev Ufa at just 17 years old after beginning the season with the club’s junior side, Tolpar.

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