Andrei Svechnikov

Andrei Svechnikov is a Russian right wing for the Carolina Hurricanes best known for pioneering the 'Michigan' lacrosse-style goal.

Andrei Igorevich Svechnikov was born on 26 March 2000 in Barnaul, Siberia, Russia, and his family relocated twice, first to the Moscow area and then Kazan, to access better hockey teams and coaching for both Andrei and his older brother, Evgeny, who was himself drafted in the first round by the Detroit Red Wings in 2015. Svechnikov moved to North America to play for the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the USHL, being named the league's Rookie of the Year, before joining the Barrie Colts of the OHL as the first overall pick in the 2017 CHL Import Draft. The Carolina Hurricanes selected Svechnikov second overall in the 2018 NHL Draft, and he made history in just his second career game, becoming the first player born in the 2000s to score an NHL goal. Svechnikov has continued to develop into one of Carolina's most important offensive weapons, renowned for his skill and physical style of play, and remains one of the most talented Russian-born wingers to enter the league in recent years.

Svechnikov is known for his exceptional creativity and willingness to attempt highlight-reel plays, including his signature lacrosse-style goal. He combines excellent skating ability with a powerful shot and strong playmaking skills, making him a dual threat as both a scorer and setup man.

Revolutionized goal-scoring creativity in NHL and established himself as elite Russian forward of his generation

• NHL All-Star 3x
• World Junior Championship (Russia) 2018
• Carolina Hurricanes franchise records
• 2nd Overall Pick 2018
• World Junior Championship Gold 2019
• NHL All-Star 2021
• NHL All-Star 2022
• NHL All-Star 2023

Team Career

Team	Period	GP	Goals	Jersey
Carolina Hurricanes	2018–2024	429	37	#37
Barnaul	2015–2016	—	—	—
Moncton Wildcats	2016–2018	125	69	—
Charlotte Checkers	2018–2019	8	2	—
Russia	—	47	12	—