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 player currently playing left wing and serving as an 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 won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year in 2021, marking the first time a Wild player has received this honor. He is known by the nickname "Kirill the Thrill."

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1993: Calder Memorial Trophy Awarded

In 2021, Kirill Kaprizov was awarded the Calder Memorial Trophy as rookie of the year, receiving 99 out of 100 first place votes, the highest percentage since Teemu Selänne in 1993.

2000: Franchise Record Broken

On April 19, 2021, Kaprizov scored his 37th point, breaking the Wild's franchise record for points by a rookie, which was previously held by Marián Gáborík in 2000-01.

2016: KHL All-Star Game Selection

In 2016, Kirill Kaprizov was selected to the KHL All-Star Game. This marked the first of five consecutive selections, continuing through 2020.

2017: World Junior Championship

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

2018: Winter Olympics Gold Medal

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

October 2019: 100th Career Goal

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

2019: IIHF World Championship Bronze

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

2019: Gagarin Cup Win

In 2019, Kirill Kaprizov won the Gagarin Cup.

2020: KHL Champion Title

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

2021: Calder Memorial Trophy

In 2021, Kaprizov won the Calder Memorial Trophy as NHL rookie of the year, marking the first time a Wild player received this award.

April 2022: Breaks Franchise Record

In April 2022, Kaprizov broke Marián Gáborík's franchise record for points and goals in a season, with 84 points and 43 goals, respectively.

February 2024: Hat Tricks Against Canucks

On February 19, 2024, Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek both scored hat tricks in the third period, leading the Wild to a 10–7 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. The team set a new record for most goals in a game and matched the franchise record for points in a game.