Colorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #8 Nikita Prishchepov
Nikita Prishchepov looks like a dark horse in the race for a bottom six role!
Denver, Colorado - September 21, 2025 - The Colorado Avalanche's Top 25 Under 25 list has Nikita Prishchepov ranked 8th. The 20-year-old forward, who stands 6'1" tall and weighs 194 lbs, is currently with the Colorado Eagles. Drafted 217th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, Prishchepov made his NHL debut this season, becoming the third player from the Avalanche's 2024 draft class to do so.
Despite being ranked 7th in the 2025 rankings, he fell to 8th in the final rankings. Prishchepov had 22 games played for the Eagles last season, scoring 3 goals and 9 assists. With only 22 appearances, he has faced challenges in breaking through, but his strong work ethic and potential for improvement make him a promising prospect.
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