The Carolina Hurricanes selected forward Timur Mukhanov 163rd overall.
The Russian forward is once again of the undersized variety (5-foot-8), but all the Hurricanes see is a kid with a lot of talent and an unyielding motor.
Here's what The Hockey News writer, Tony Ferrari had to say about Mukhanov:
-The young Russian winger has the intelligence and work ethic to play a middle-six role with his penchant for getting in on the forecheck, disrupting puck carriers with his speed, and forcing mistakes from opponents. His defensive game is built on his desire to eliminate space and force his opponent's hand.
Be sure to read the full breakdown by Ferrari to familiarize yourself more with the kind of player the Canes are betting on.
He's teammates with another Hurricanes prospect Gleb Trikozov, and has two years remaining on his KHL deal.
Here's a few more endorsements of the player Mukhanov could be: