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Gamzin Surges Into Top 13 Goalie Prospect | New York Islanders News
Dmitry Gamzin, a fourth-round Islanders draft pick in 2024, has skyrocketed to 13 on the top NHL goalie prospects list for 2026-27 — a massive leap after being unranked last year. His breakout KHL season with CSKA Moskva featured 22 wins and 8 shutouts, leading the league in GAA and shutouts while ranking second in save percentage. Analyst Steven Ellis praises his speed, size, and competitiveness, calling him a potential NHL backup — though his Russian contract runs until 2028. Islanders GM Mathieu Darche is optimistic about bringing him to North America soon. Keep an eye on this rising…
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