9:57 AM - Alexander Nikishin (Car) signed a two-year, entry-level contract with Carolina on Friday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.

11:43 AM - Alexander Nikishin (Car) contract with SKA St. Petersburg is expected to expire June 1, RG Media reports.

2:18 PM - Alexander Nikishin (Car) was drafted 69th overall by the Hurricanes at the 2020 NHL Entry Draft on Wednesday.