Valentin Zykov LW FA Mon 3/12/18 7:51 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov was reassigned to AHL Charlotte on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Although Zykov has had no problem lighting the lamp in the minors this season, as he's potted 30 goals in 48 games, he'll have to wait to see his first NHL action of 2017-18. If injuries arise he should be on the short list for a call up, as he also boasts strong skating ability and good hands.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Sun 3/11/18 7:18 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov was called up from AHL Charlotte on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
With Carolina in the mix for a wild card spot, they'll look to jolt their offense by calling up the AHL's leading goal scorer. The 22-year-old has notched 48 points (30 goals, 18 assists) in 57 games in the minors this season, and also leads the AHL in power-play goals. It's unclear if Zykov will slot into the lineup immediately, but a second or third line pairing seems the most likely if he does.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Mon 3/27/17 1:03 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov (upper body) was sent back to the team's AHL Charlotte affiliate Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Zykov tallied a goal in two games with the club before sitting out each of the team's last eight contests due to the upper-body issue. His demotion signifies his return to health, but the 21-year-old won't dress for the Hurricanes upon returning to the ice.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Sat 3/18/17 10:28 AM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov (upper body) was available for morning skate Saturday, albeit in a yellow non-contact jersey, Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer reports.
EDGE Analysis
The crafty rookie who packs a hard shot scored in his NHL debut March. 9, though he would end up getting hurt seconds into the following contest. Despite how he took to the ice for the morning session Saturday, there is no timetable for his return.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Mon 3/13/17 2:12 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Coach Bill Peters indicated Monday that he had no further update on Zykov (upper body), but believes he's "a long way away" from returning.
EDGE Analysis
Zykov exited Saturday's game due to the upper-body issue, and it appears the young winger can be safely ruled out for Monday and probably Tuesday, if not beyond then. More information on his status should become available as he draws closer to a return, but there's no specific timetable at this point.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Sat 3/11/17 9:33 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov was forced out of Saturday's game against the Maple Leafs due to an upper-body injury, according to John Forslund on the team's telecast.
EDGE Analysis
The team's website reported he was questionable to return, but the TV crew has more updated information. The youngster potted his first NHL goal last time out so this is a big disappointment for Zykov.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Fri 3/10/17 1:32 AM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov wasted little time scoring his first career goal, collecting it in the first period of his NHL debut Thursday against the Rangers.
EDGE Analysis
Before you get too excited about Zykov making an instant impact, pause to consider that he has a modest 30 points in 55 games for AHL Charlotte this year. That said, he seized the opportunity to make his presence felt despite skating just 11:53, and the injuries in Carolina's forward corps right now may keep Zykov in the lineup for a stretch.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Wed 3/8/17 6:06 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov was recalled from AHL Charlotte on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Zykov was called up as a reinforcement option with Brock McGinn and Phil Di Giuseppe dealing with upper-body ailments and temporarily weakening the depth at left wing. This will be the 21-year-old Zykov's first time surrounded by NHL talent, as he hits pause on an AHL campaign that includes 15 goals and just as many assists over 55 games.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Sun 2/28/16 10:03 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov was traded to Carolina along with a conditional fifth-round pick in return for Kris Versteeg on Sunday, Bob McKenzie of TSN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Zykov was one of Los Angeles' more talented prospects, which explains why Zykov was chosen to be given up in exchange for Versteeg. The 20-year-old winger may have a better chance of succeeding in Carolina's system, as the Kings have an extremely deep developmental system.
Valentin Zykov LW FA Sat 3/21/15 11:22 PM
Valentin Zykov
LW FA
Zykov picked up two goals in Gatineau's (QMJHL) 4-1 win over Shawinigan on Saturday.
Injuries have limited Zykov to just 42 games this year between Baie-Comeau and Gatineau, but he does have 21 goals and 46 points in those contests. He's always had more talent than his junior stats have indicated and he has the potential to put up big numbers when he turns pro next season. Zykov signed his entry-level contract with the Kings in May 2014.