NHL PLAYER, Ilya Samsonov
BIOGRAPHY
Born Feb 22, 1997 -- Magnitogorsk, Russia
Selected by Washington Capitals round 1 #22 overall 2015 NHL Entry Draft
Ilya Alexeyevich Samsonov (Russian: Илья Алексеевич Самсонов; born 22 February 1997) is a Russian professional ice hockey goaltender. He currently plays with the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Samsonov made his Kontinental Hockey League debut playing in relief with Metallurg Magnitogorsk during the 2014–15 KHL season on 11 December 2014, against Sibir Novosibirsk.After a successful junior season with Metallurg's Junior club, Stalnye Lisy, Samsonov was ranked as the top European Goalie in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft, and was the first goaltender drafted, being taken 22nd overall by the Washington Capitals.
Following the 2017–18 season, his fourth season in the KHL with Metallurg, Samsonov embarked on his NHL ambition in signing a three-year, entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals on May 4, 2018. Samsonov was called up from the AHL Hershey Bears as insurance following Braden Holtby's upper body injury. He suited up as back-up goalie to Pheonix Copley for the November 16, 2018 game against the Colorado Avalanche. He made the opening night roster for the 2019–20 season, and made his NHL debut in a start against the New York Islanders on Friday, October 4, 2019. Samsonov made 25 saves in a 2–1 Capitals win.
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NEWS
MASTERTON TROPHY NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED April 05, 2024 - NHL.com
The Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy Nominations were announced on Tuesday, with several Newport Sports clients receiving the honor. The group includes Nashville Predators forward Michael McCarron, New York Islanders forward Cal Clutterbuck, Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Ilya Samsonov, and Vegas Golden Knights defenceman Alex Pietrangelo.
The Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy is awarded annually to the National Hockey League player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey.
Source: NHL.com
Samsonov shines in Capitals’ shootout triumph April 23, 2021
Ilya Samsonov recorded his third career shutout last night, guiding the Washington Capitals to a 1-0, shootout defeat of the New York Islanders. The 24-year-old netminder turned aside all 26 shots he faced in the win, and would eventually go on to be named the 1st star of the contest. It was the 3rd successive victory for the Magnitogorsk, Russia-native, and his second shutout of the season. Overall in 2020-21, Samsonov has posted an impressive record of 12-3, with a GAA of 2.65 and save percentage of .904.
For more on Samsonov and last night’s game, here is the nhl.com recap.
Samsonov’s streak continues in Caps’ win January 17, 2020
Ilya Samsonov impressed again last night, guiding the Washington Capitals to a 5-2 defeat of the New Jersey Devils. The 22-year-old netminder turned aside 32 shots in the win, and would eventually go on to be named the 2nd star of the contest. The native of Magnitogorsk, Russia has been the hottest goaltender in the league of late, registering an incredible 9 wins in a row. For the season, Samsonov has an impressive record of 14-2-1 with a GAA of 2.10 and .926 save percentage.
For more on last night’s, check out the nhl.com story here.