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"When KAMAZ Started Gaining Speed, I Was Sweating Like in a Warm-Up" — Aleksandr Erokhin
A Conversation with a Russian Hockey Player
A Star on the Rise
Aleksandr Erokhin is a rising star in the world of hockey. The 28-year-old forward has played for SKA Saint Petersburg in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) since 2015 and has been a member of the Russian national team since 2016. Erokhin is known for his speed, skill, and determination.
In a recent interview, Erokhin talked about his journey to the NHL and his experience playing for the Russian national team. He also discussed his goals for the future and his hopes of one day playing in the NHL.
From Russia to the NHL
Erokhin was born in Yekaterinburg, Russia, and began playing hockey at a young age. He played for several youth teams in Russia before making his professional debut with Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg in the KHL in 2010.
After two seasons with Avtomobilist, Erokhin signed with SKA Saint Petersburg, one of the top teams in the KHL. In his first season with SKA, Erokhin helped the team win the Gagarin Cup, the KHL championship trophy.
Erokhin's performance with SKA caught the attention of several NHL teams, and in 2018, he signed a two-year contract with the Vegas Golden Knights.
Playing for Russia
Erokhin has been a member of the Russian national team since 2016. He has played in two World Championships and one Olympic Winter Games.
In the 2018 Olympics, Erokhin helped Russia win the gold medal. He scored two goals in the tournament, including the game-winning goal in the semifinals against Sweden.
Erokhin is proud to represent his country and hopes to continue to do so for many years to come.
Goals for the Future
Erokhin has several goals for the future. He wants to continue to improve his game and help SKA Saint Petersburg win more championships. He also wants to play in the NHL and hopes to one day win the Stanley Cup.
Erokhin is confident that he can achieve his goals with hard work and dedication. He is a talented player with a bright future.