Sénateurs d'Ottawa

Participated in the 2008 World Junior Championships, leading Russia in scoring with nine points (4-5--9) in seven games.

Captained Russia to a silver medal at the 2008 Under-18 World Championships. He led the team with nine points (3-6--9), including two shorthanded goals, and was named to the tournament All-Star team. He also had led Russia in scoring with nine points (4-5--9) in seven games at the 2007 Under-18 IIHF World Championships.

FAVORITES

NHL Team: Detroit Red Wings

NHL Player: Sidney Crosby

Shootout move: "Backhand shot"

Goal celebration: "The Daniel Briere fist pump"

Practice Drill: Shootout

Movie: Gladiator

TV Show: Comedy Club

Actors: Richard Gere and Russell Crowe

Food to cook: "I don't cook"

Sport (other than hockey): Tennis

Activity away from the rink: Hanging out with friends

Place to visit: Hockey stadium