Scouting Report
A mid-to-late rounds defender in the MHL worth a developmental swing. Currently with Tolpar Ufa
Strengths
- Strong skater
- Shooter's touch
- Puck distribution
- Two-way habits
NHL Projection
Comparable
Top-nine scoring forward
Frequently Asked About Nikita Shcherbakov
Who is Nikita Shcherbakov?
Nikita Shcherbakov is a Russian Left Defenseman for Tolpar Ufa in the Russian MHL, ranked #24 on the Draft Prospects Hockey big board for the 2026 NHL Draft. A mid-to-late rounds defender in the MHL worth a developmental swing. Currently with Tolpar Ufa
What position does Nikita Shcherbakov play?
Nikita Shcherbakov plays Left Defenseman for Tolpar Ufa.
Where does Nikita Shcherbakov play hockey?
Nikita Shcherbakov plays for Tolpar Ufa in the Russian MHL.
Will Nikita Shcherbakov be a first-round NHL Draft pick?
Nikita Shcherbakov is currently ranked #24 on Draft Prospects Hockey's big board for the 2026 NHL Draft, projecting as a 1st Round selection. Final draft position depends on team needs and final pre-draft evaluations.
What is Nikita Shcherbakov's NHL projection?
Nikita Shcherbakov projects as a top-nine scoring forward at the NHL level.
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