Kaprizov came in 18th place in NHL goals among Russians.

Kirill Kaprizov, a Russian striker for the Minnesota hockey Club, rose to 18th place in goals in the regular National Hockey League (NHL) championships among Russians and was recognized as the star of the match.

The 28-year-old hockey player scored a goal in overtime. In the 2025/26 season, Kaprizov scored 28 (14+14) points in 24 matches, Sport-Express notes.

The second star of the match was the forward of HC Minnesota, American Matt Baldy, who scored a goal and two assists. Canadian forward HC Chicago Connor Bedard also scored, scoring a goal and scoring a pass.

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