The New York Times’ Athletic NHL writer Scott Wheeler recently ranked the league’s top goaltending prospects, with New Jersey Devils prospect Mikhail Yegorov coming in at No. 4.
Yegorov, 19, is entering his sophomore season at Boston University, where he plays under former Devils forward Jay Pandolfo. Standing 6-foot-5 and weighing 181 pounds, the Russian netminder was drafted 49th overall in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. He impressed at the Devils’ 2025 Development Camp, towering over fellow prospects.
While not NHL-ready just yet, Yegorov has already shown why he’s among the league’s most highly regarded young goalies. In his freshman season at BU, he appeared in 18 games, posting a .927 save percentage. Remarkably, he joined the team midseason and debuted just four days later in a rivalry game against Boston College.
Raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, Yegorov moved to the United States at 17 with dreams of making the NHL. He spent two seasons in the USHL with the Omaha Lancers, playing 43 games in 2023–24 (.892 SV%) and 19 games in 2024–25 (.912 SV%) before leaving midseason for NCAA hockey.
Only three goaltenders ranked ahead of him:
- Yaroslav Askarov – San Jose Sharks prospect, 6'4", known for size and athleticism.
- Jacob Fowler – Montreal Canadiens prospect, 6'2", considered a top-tier talent.
- Trey Augustine – Detroit Red Wings prospect, 6'1", athletic and composed.
The Devils’ current goaltending depth chart features Jacob Markstrom as the starter, coming off a playoff run last season. Veteran Jake Allen, who re-signed this offseason, serves as backup, while Nico Daws, with 52 NHL games under his belt, holds the third spot.
The Devils' Goaltending: Strong Past, Promising Present, and a Bright FutureThe New Jersey Devils are in a strong position when it comes to goaltending, both now and looking ahead.
Yegorov is widely seen as the franchise’s future in net, and his No. 4 ranking among all NHL goalie prospects is a promising sign for New Jersey’s long-term outlook.
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