Nikita Chibrikov
23-Year-Old
Out
Injury Abdomen
Est. Return 9/15/2026
2025 Stats
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0
PIM
14
ROS Projections
2025 Fantasy Outlook
While he appeared in just four regular-season contests with the Jets last season, Chibrikov flashed some potential -- he picked up two goals, one assist, nine hits and a plus-1 rating while averaging 11:24 of ice time. The Russian winger also registered 11 helpers, 18 points and a minus-15 rating across 30 regular-season outings with AHL Manitoba. The Jets have a plethora of depth up front, so the 2021 second-round selection shouldn’t be counted on to see NHL minutes in 2025-26 as he continues his development with the Moose. Read Past Outlooks
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Signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract extension with the Jets in October of 2025.
Undergoes core muscle surgery
Chibrikov had core muscle surgery and will be out 6-8 weeks, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Chibrikov's recovery timeline shouldn't impact his availability for the start of training camp in the fall, but it does mean he won't be an option for AHL Manitoba during the Calder Cup playoffs. In 11 NHL games this year, the 23-year-old winger failed to register a point, and his 16 points in 53 minor-league tilts don't signal much in the way of offensive upside.
Chibrikov's recovery timeline shouldn't impact his availability for the start of training camp in the fall, but it does mean he won't be an option for AHL Manitoba during the Calder Cup playoffs. In 11 NHL games this year, the 23-year-old winger failed to register a point, and his 16 points in 53 minor-league tilts don't signal much in the way of offensive upside.
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2025–26 Time On Ice Stats
- Average Time On Ice: 9:11
- Average Power Play TOI: 0:01
- Average Short-Handed TOI: 0:08
Ice Time
Power Play
Short-Handed
2023–24
11:03
3:23
0:00
2024–25
11:24
0:49
0:00
2025–26
9:11
0:01
0:08
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Summoned from AHL
Chibrikov was recalled from AHL Manitoba on Sunday under emergency conditions.
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Dropped to minors
Chibrikov was loaned to AHL Manitoba on Monday.
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Inks two-year extension
Chibrikov signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract extension with the Jets on Saturday, per NHL agent Dan Milstein.
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Sent to AHL
Chibrikov was loaned to AHL Manitoba on Thursday.
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Finds twine Thursday
Chibrikov scored a goal in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Golden Knights.
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Opening Night roster?
Chibrikov has been skating with the regulars and was part of the second line during rushes at Sunday's practice, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Cole Perfetti is battling an injury, and it looks like Chibrikov might be getting a big opportunity as a result. The 22-year-old, fresh off a new, two-year contract extension, skated on the second line alongside Gustav Nyquist and Jonathan Toews during rushes and seems to have the inside track for a spot on the Opening Night roster. In four NHL regular-season outings last year, Chibrikov played well, scoring two goals and adding an assist.
Cole Perfetti is battling an injury, and it looks like Chibrikov might be getting a big opportunity as a result. The 22-year-old, fresh off a new, two-year contract extension, skated on the second line alongside Gustav Nyquist and Jonathan Toews during rushes and seems to have the inside track for a spot on the Opening Night roster. In four NHL regular-season outings last year, Chibrikov played well, scoring two goals and adding an assist.