Nikolai Kovalenko

25-Year-Old Right WingRW
2024 Fantasy Outlook
After finding success in the KHL, including the 2023-24 campaign in which he scored 11 goals and 35 points in 42 regular-season games with Nizhny Novgorod Torpedo, Kovalenko joined the Avalanche organization, logging two goals and four points across six AHL games between the regular season and playoffs last year. Kovalenko will be in the fight for a middle-six spot with the Avalanche during training camp, and given the success he's had overseas coupled with the absence of Valeri Nichushkin (suspension) until mid-November, it's worth keeping a close eye on him. The 24-year-old Kovalenko has the potential to record over 40 points under the right circumstances next year but keep in mind that assuming he'll have that level of success is risky, especially because not everyone who does well in the KHL can make the transition to North American hockey. Read Past Outlooks
$Signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the Avalanche in July of 2023.
Called up from minors
RWColorado Avalanche
November 4, 2024
Kovalenko was elevated from AHL Colorado on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Kovalenko continues to move between levels despite having played in 12 games for the Avalanche this season. In those outings, the 25-year-old winger has registered one goal on 12 shots, three assists and 22 hits while averaging 13:41 of ice time. When the Avs get fully healthy, which may take a while given all their injuries, Kovalenko could find himself the odd man out -- though he has plenty of time to cement himself as a full-time NHL option.
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2024–25 Time On Ice Stats
  • Average Time On Ice:
    13:41
  • Average Power Play TOI:
    0:43
  • Average Short-Handed TOI:
    0:00
 
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0:43
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Sent to AHL
RWColorado Avalanche
November 2, 2024
Kovalenko was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Saturday.
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Gets first career goal
RWColorado Avalanche
October 27, 2024
Kovalenko scored a goal and added two hits in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Senators.
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Offers pair of helpers
RWColorado Avalanche
October 24, 2024
Kovalenko recorded two assists and three hits in Thursday's 5-1 win over Utah.
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Secures first NHL point
RWColorado Avalanche
October 18, 2024
Kovalenko notched an assist, three shots on goal and two hits in Friday's 4-3 overtime win over the Ducks.
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Returns to NHL club
RWColorado Avalanche
October 16, 2024
Kovalenko was recalled by the Avalanche on Wednesday.
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Debuting soon?
RWColorado Avalanche
March 14, 2024
Kovalenko is expected to link up with the Avalanche either on their current road trip or when the team returns home, per Brennan Vogt of The-Rink.com.
ANALYSIS
Kovalenko was solid during his time in the KHL this year, recording 11 goals and 24 assists in 42 games played. The 24-year-old will look to possibly make his NHL debut this weekend or later next week. He could slot into a bottom-six role due to Zach Parise's absence -- Parise is currently dealing with a lower-body injury.
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