Kirill Kaprizov vs Auston Matthews
Kirill Kaprizov vs Auston Matthews: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Kirill Kaprizov and Auston Matthews?
Facing Auston Matthews has become a notable rivalry, as both players are considered among the best young talents in the NHL. Their head-to-head battles often feature high-scoring games, emphasizing their offensive capabilities.
Kirill Kaprizov
Key numbers
- NHL Goals27
- NHL Assists51
- NHL Points78
- KHL Goals100
- KHL Points162
Top honours
- Calder Memorial TrophyNHL rookie of the year (2021)
- KHL ChampionWith CSKA Moscow (2019)
- KHL All-StarSelected five times (2016-2020)
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Auston Matthews
Key numbers
- Career goalsover 300
- Career assistsover 200
- Career pointsover 500
- NHL All-Star selections6
Top honours
- Calder Memorial TrophyNHL's top rookie (2016-17)
- Maurice 'Rocket' Richard TrophyNHL's leading goal scorer (2020-21, 2021-22, 2023-24)
- Ted Lindsay AwardMost outstanding player, voted by peers (2021-22)
- Hart Memorial TrophyMost valuable player (2021-22)
- NHL All-StarSelected six times