Sergei Krivokrasov was a professional ice hockey player from Russia who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for several teams during his career. He was born on April 1, 1974, in Angarsk, Russia, and began playing hockey at a young age. Krivokrasov was known for his speed and agility on the ice, as well as his scoring ability.
Krivokrasov began his professional career in Russia, playing for the CSKA Moscow team in the Russian Superleague. He was then drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the first round of the 1992 NHL Entry Draft, and he made his NHL debut in the 1992-93 season. Krivokrasov played for the Blackhawks for four seasons, from 1992 to 1996, and he was a key player on the team during that time.
In 1996, Krivokrasov was traded to the Nashville Predators, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the Calgary Flames for one season before being traded to the Minnesota Wild in 2000. Krivokrasov played for the Wild for two seasons before being traded to the Anaheim Mighty Ducks in 2002. He played for the Mighty Ducks for one season before retiring from professional hockey.
Throughout his career, Krivokrasov was known for his speed and scoring ability. He scored a total of 99 goals and 111 assists in 450 NHL games, and he was a key player on several teams during his career. Krivokrasov also represented Russia in international competitions, including the 1994 Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway.
After retiring from professional hockey, Krivokrasov returned to Russia and began coaching. He coached several teams in the Russian Superleague, including CSKA Moscow and Avangard Omsk. Krivokrasov also worked as a scout for the Chicago Blackhawks for several years.
Overall, Sergei Krivokrasov had a successful career as a professional hockey player, playing for several teams in the NHL and representing Russia in international competitions. He was known for his speed and scoring ability, and he was a key player on several teams during his career. After retiring from professional hockey, Krivokrasov continued to work in the sport as a coach and scout.
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