Vladimir Malakhov was a professional ice hockey player from Russia who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was known for his strong defensive skills and his ability to move the puck up the ice quickly.
Malakhov began his professional career in Russia, playing for the CSKA Moscow team in the Soviet League. He was drafted by the New York Islanders in 1989 and made his NHL debut in the 1992-93 season. He quickly established himself as a reliable defenseman, playing in all 84 games that season and scoring 27 points.
Malakhov played for several NHL teams over the course of his career, including the Islanders, Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers, and Philadelphia Flyers. He was known for his physical play and his ability to shut down opposing teams' top scorers.
One of Malakhov's most memorable moments came during the 1993 playoffs, when he scored a game-winning goal in overtime to help the Islanders advance to the second round. He also played in the 1998 Olympics for Russia, helping his team win a silver medal.
Malakhov retired from professional hockey in 2006, finishing his career with 146 goals and 384 assists in 870 NHL games. He was known as a tough competitor who always gave his best effort on the ice.
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