Earlier this month the San Jose Sharks announced the signing of one their 2019 2nd round picks Artemi Kniazev to an entry-level contract.
The 18-year-old Russian born defender spent last season in the QMJHL with the Chicoutimi Sagueneens. Kniazev appeared in 55 games last season, ending the year with a total of 34 points finishing second in points in overall points among defenseman on his junior club, per eliteprospects.
Artemi Kniazev was the San Jose Sharks first overall selection at 48th in the 2019 draft. The left-handed blueliner is a puck moving defenseman that can help transition the between zones with relative ease.