[Carolina Hurricanes Tour] Andrei Svechnikov

Andrei Svechnikov is a Russian professional ice hockey player. He was born on 26 March 2001 and plays primarily as a right wing forward. He was drafted second overall by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2018 NHL Draft, quickly making his NHL debut in 2018-19 and recording 37 points (17 goals and 20 assists) in his rookie season. He continued to improve in subsequent seasons, becoming the team's leading scorer in 2020-21 with 15 goals and 27 assists, and was noted for his unique ‘flip shot’ technique, becoming one of the few players in the NHL to successfully execute it. In 2021, he signed an eight-year, $62 million contract with the Carolina Hurricanes, demonstrating the team's trust and expectations in him. His style of play combines speed, power, and skill, and he excels at making precise shots and passes in high-pressure situations, while also displaying an aggressive attitude on the defensive end. Currently, Svechnikov is one of the key core players for the Carolina Hurricanes.