History of Yegor Chinakhov in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 18, 2025

Yegor Vitalievich Chinakhov is a Russian professional ice hockey right wing currently playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted 21st overall by the Blue Jackets during the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. His career is still developing as he establishes himself within the NHL.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1991: Father Drafted to NHL

In 1991, Yegor Chinakhov's father, Vitali Chinakhov, was selected in the 11th round of the NHL Entry Draft by the New York Rangers.

February 1, 2001: Yegor Chinakhov's Birth

On February 1, 2001, Yegor Vitalievich Chinakhov was born. He is a Russian professional ice hockey right wing.

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2018: Played with Avangard Omsk

In 2018, Yegor Chinakhov played as a youth with his hometown club, Avangard Omsk.

2018: Represented Russia at Hlinka Gretzky Cup

In 2018, Yegor Chinakhov represented Russia at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, recording one goal and two assists, and winning a bronze medal.

2019: Undrafted in the NHL Draft

Following the 2018–19 MHL season, Yegor Chinakhov went undrafted in the 2019 NHL Draft.

2019: Represented Russia at IIHF World U18 Championships

In 2019, Yegor Chinakhov represented Russia at the IIHF World U18 Championships, where he recorded two goals and one assist, and won a silver medal.

September 2020: Named KHL Rookie of the Month

In September 2020, Yegor Chinakhov was named the Rookie of the Month in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) after recording three goals and two assists in nine games for Omsk's senior club.

2020: Drafted by Columbus Blue Jackets

At the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, Columbus selected Chinakhov in the first round, 21st overall.

2020: Drafted into NHL

In 2020, Yegor Chinakhov was drafted 21st overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League (NHL).

May 2, 2021: Signed with Columbus Blue Jackets

On May 2, 2021, Yegor Chinakhov signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

2021: World Junior Championship Debut

In 2021, Yegor Chinakhov made his World Junior Championship debut, playing 5 games for Russia, which finished fourth.

December 20, 2022: Placed on injured reserve

On December 20, 2022, Yegor Chinakhov was placed on injured reserve (IR) with an ankle injury while playing for the Blue Jackets.

February 27, 2023: Activated from IR and Assigned to Cleveland Monsters

On February 27, 2023, Yegor Chinakhov was activated from injured reserve (IR) and assigned to the Cleveland Monsters of the American Hockey League (AHL).