Kirill Kaprizov's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Kirill Kaprizov. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Kirill Kaprizov is a Russian professional ice hockey left winger and alternate captain for the Minnesota Wild in the NHL. Prior to his NHL career, he played in the KHL for teams like Metallurg Novokuznetsk, Salavat Yulaev Ufa, and CSKA Moscow. Notably, Kaprizov earned the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year in 2021, a first for any Wild player. He is known by the nickname "Kirill the Thrill."

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1992: Mention of First Gold medal for Russia since 1992

In 2018, Kaprizov scored the golden goal in overtime of the final match against Germany, winning the first gold medal for the Russian ice hockey team since 1992.

1993: Mention of Teemu Selanne

In 2021, Kaprizov received 99 out of 100 first place votes for the Calder Memorial Trophy, the highest percentage since Teemu Selänne in 1993.

2016: KHL All-Star Game Selection

In 2016, Kirill Kaprizov was selected to his first of five KHL All-Star Games.

2017: Won Bronze at World Junior Championship

At the 2017 World Junior Championship, Kirill Kaprizov tied for leading scorer with nine goals and three assists in 12 games. Russia won bronze.

2018: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2018, Kirill Kaprizov won a gold medal with the Olympic Athletes from Russia team at the Winter Olympics, scoring the golden goal in overtime of the final match against Germany.

October 2019: 100th Career Goal

On 15 October 2019, Kirill Kaprizov registered his 100th career goal, becoming the youngest player in KHL history to reach this milestone at 22 years, 172 days old.

2019: Won Bronze at IIHF World Championship

In 2019, Kirill Kaprizov won bronze at the IIHF World Championship.

2019: Won Gagarin Cup

In 2019, Kirill Kaprizov won the Gagarin Cup.

2020: Awarded KHL Championship

In 2020, Kirill Kaprizov and the CSKA team were awarded the title of KHL champions based on regular standings after the cancellation of the season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Calder Memorial Trophy Winner

In 2021, Kirill Kaprizov won the Calder Memorial Trophy as NHL rookie of the year, becoming the first Minnesota Wild player to win the award.

April 2022: Broke Franchise Records

In April 2022, Kaprizov broke Marián Gáborík's franchise record for points and goals in a season.

February 2024: Hat Tricks and Team Record

On 19 February 2024, Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek both scored hat tricks in the third period to lift the Wild 10–7 over the Vancouver Canucks, setting a new team record for most goals in a game.