Alexander Nikishin

Alexander Alexandrovich Nikishin (Александр Александрович Никишин; born 2 October 2001) is a Russian professional ice hockey defenseman currently playing for SKA Saint Petersburg in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).

Playing career
Nikishin made his KHL debut for HC Spartak Moskva during the 2019–20 season. He was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 3rd round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft with the 69th overall pick.

Following three seasons in the KHL with Spartak Moscow, Nikishin was traded to powerhouse club SKA Saint Petersburg in exchange for 5 contracted players and the rights to four further players and an additional 50 million rubles on 31 July 2022. With Saint Petersburg, Nikishin's production skyrocketed, putting up 55 points in 65 games during the 2022–23 season.

International play
On 23 January 2022, Nikishin was named to the roster to represent Russian Olympic Committee athletes at the 2022 Winter Olympics.