Alexander Zharovsky opens up on historic KHL run and Canadiens future

Let’s be honest, Kent Hughes hit a home run with Alexander Zharovsky in the second round in 2025.

The 18-year-old is in the process of rewriting the KHL record book for a player his age.

With 13 goals and 36 points in 44 games this season, he is now just a few points away from breaking the historic mark set by his new teammate.

Zharovsky is considered a frontrunner for the KHL Rookie of the Year award, claimed last season by Ivan Demidov. The two have known each other since childhood and remain in contact.

The kid has magician-like hands — it’s unbelievable — he literally dances around Russian defensemen every night. His chemistry with Kuznetsov is already noticeable, as he picked up two assists on the veteran’s first goals.

We can agree that having Evgeny Kuznetsov as a mentor in Ufa is the school of life for a Canadiens prospect.

Zharovsky’s 163-pound frame still worries some experts, but his hockey IQ more than makes up for it. He physically dominates grown men by using his exceptional vision and quick transition game.

It’s major news for the rebuild: the Ufa club has even opened the door to an early departure to the NHL. If Zharovsky keeps lighting up the league, we could see him in Montreal sooner than expected.

A historic record within Zharovsky’s reach

The goal is clear: to erase the 40-point mark set by Kuznetsov during his U-19 season.

With the confidence given to him by head coach Viktor Kozlov, Zharovsky has become the undisputed offensive leader of his team.

Let’s be honest, seeing an 18-year-old prospect lead a professional team in Russia doesn’t happen every day.

Alexander Zharovsky often finishes his games with impressive ice time for a player his age.