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Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Pyotr Kochetkov's life and personal achievements
Pyotr Kochetkov #52 of the Carolina Hurricanes (Credit: Getty Image) The life of Pyotr Kochetkov began in Penza, Russia. Here health concerns as a child led his mother to enroll him in sports. That small decision began a journey filled with discipline and transformation. He started hockey at the age of four, first playing defense. But he soon shifted focus after repeatedly asking to try goaltending. When he finally got the chance, he embraced it immediately. His parents supported his dream, even at great personal cost. His father sold personal belongings to afford goalie equipment. His coach handed down an old jersey, and Pyotr never looked back. The early years were not glamorous. But they were crucial. They laid the foundation for a career built on sacrifice and resilience. Discovery and rise in personal hockey journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) The personal life of Pyotr Kochetkov was shaped not only by his family but by the lessons of persistence. He didn't find instant success. After leaving the Penza sports academy, his early attempts in junior leagues offered limited playtime. In his first season with Dizel, he had just a few appearances. However, he used every minute on the ice to improve. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo The following years were a test of will. International breakthrough and continued growth in life Pyotr Kochetkov #52 of the Carolina Hurricanes Kochetkov's breakthrough came during the World Junior Championship. Though initially behind in the lineup, his chance came during a game against the Czech Republic. He made a strong impact and went on to become Russia's starting goalie for the remainder of the tournament. He helped the team secure gold and was named the tournament's best goaltender. This moment changed everything. The life of him shifted from being a promising talent to a name discussed alongside the likes of Sorokin and Konovalov. He returned to HC Sochi but understood the competitive nature of the KHL. Without regular ice time, he pushed to play in the VHL to continue developing his game. It was not about immediate fame, but long-term growth. His mature outlook set him apart. The personal life and achievements of Pyotr Kochetkov are a testament to discovering greatness through patience. From playing in modest local leagues to being a top performer on an international stage, his career reflects how far ambition can take someone when it is matched by work ethic and humility. Read more: Ekholm's potential return could boost the Oilers' defense in West Final Game 4 Now recognized as one of Russia's most exciting young goaltenders, Kochetkov continues to focus on improvement rather than praise. His life, shaped by struggle and driven by discovery, is far from finished. The hockey world continues to watch closely as he moves toward even greater accomplishments. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Hurricanes vs Panthers: Live Stream Stanley Cup Playoffs East Final Game 4, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Carolina Hurricanes look to avoid being swept as they face a 3-0 deficit heading into Game 4 against the Florida Panthers on Monday, and you can catch all the action with Sling. Pyotr Kochetkov #52 of the Carolina Hurricanes defends against Matthew Tkachuk #19 of the Florida Panthers during the first period in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at... Pyotr Kochetkov #52 of the Carolina Hurricanes defends against Matthew Tkachuk #19 of the Florida Panthers during the first period in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena on May 24, 2025 in Sunrise, Florida. MoreHow to Watch Panthers vs Hurricanes Game 4: Date: Monday, May 26, 2025 Time: 8:00 PM ET Channel: TNT, truTV Stream: Sling (WATCH NOW) The Panthers have dominated the series, outscoring the Hurricanes 16-4 to take a commanding 3-0 lead. Carolina will look to avoid the sweep on the road tonight, but even if they can escape with a win, there will still be much work to be done if they want to pull off the comeback against the defending champs. Florida will be without Sam Reinhart, Niko Mikkola, and A.J. Greer tonight, but that might not matter given their recent play. Reinhart was their leading point scorer during the regular season, and Mikkola scored two goals in Game 3. Sebastian Aho needs to step up for the Hurricanes. He has one goal and an assist in the series, and must add to that count in Game 4, or Carolina's season might end tonight. When he is at his best, Aho is the type of player who can take over the game offensively. This is a great NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup that will not disappoint; make sure to tune in and catch all the action. Live stream Panthers vs Hurricanes Game 4 with Sling: Start your subscription now! This game can be streamed nationally on TNT and truTV with a one-month subscription to Sling, which can be canceled at any time. Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Reuters
7 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Hurricanes tab Frederik Andersen as starting goaltender for Game 4
May 26 - With the Carolina Hurricanes facing a 3-0 deficit in the Eastern Conference finals, the team is returning to Frederik Andersen to start in goal for Monday's Game 4 against the Florida Panthers in Sunrise, Fla. After a long pause following a reporter's question regarding the team's starting goalie, Carolina coach Rod Brind'Amour confirmed speculation on Monday with two words: "Freddie's starting." "He's been great for us all year," Brind'Amour added, "and he had a nice couple days off, so it makes sense to chuck him in there." Andersen was pulled as the starter after allowing nine goals on 36 shots over the first two games against the Panthers, including five in the series opener and four in Game 2. Pyotr Kochetkov filled in for Game 3, during which Florida torched the netminder for six goals on 28 shots, including five scores on 13 attempts in the third period. Andersen shined between the posts during the first two series of the Stanley Cup playoffs, going 7-2 with a .937 save percentage while holding opponents to 1.3 goals per game. His success faded against the Panthers with his save percentage dropping to .750. Brind'Amour, however, remains confident in Andersen's ability to bounce back. "One of the things that's great about him is he's had so many trials and tribulations through his career," Brind'Amour said. "He's taken months off and then plops into the net, and it feels like he hasn't missed a beat. I don't know how that is, but certainly (it's) a unique skillset. We need it tonight, obviously." --Field Level Media
National Post
7 days ago
- Sport
- National Post
Hurricanes go back to ex-Leaf Frederik Andersen for Game 4 of East finals
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Carolina Hurricanes switched starting goalies again for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals, going back to Frederik Andersen for Monday night's win-or-else game against the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers. Article content Article content Andersen started Games 1 and 2, getting pulled after the second period of Game 2. Article content He stopped only 27 of 36 shots in those five periods, and the Hurricanes went to Pyotr Kochetkov to finish Game 2 and then play Game 3. Article content Article content Kochetkov helped Carolina get into the third period of Game 3 with the score tied at 1-1 — then gave up five goals in a nine-minute span of the third, as Florida pulled away for a 6-2 win and a 3-0 lead in the East title series. Article content 'He's been great for us all year,' Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour said Monday. 'He's had a nice couple of days off, so it makes sense to chuck him in there.' Article content Brind'Amour didn't blame Kochetkov for the Game 3 loss, noting that he had kept Carolina in the game for 40 minutes. But with the season at stake, Andersen's 82 career postseason starts coming into Monday probably rated him the edge over Kochetkov — who made his fourth career postseason start Saturday. Article content 'He's been through some trials and tribulations in his career, he's taken months off and then walks into the net and looks like hasn't missed a beat,' Brind'Amour said. 'I don't know how that is, but it's certainly a unique skill set he's bringing and we need it tonight.'
New York Times
7 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Hurricanes turn back to Frederik Andersen in net for do-or-die Game 4 vs. Panthers
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A few minutes after Frederik Andersen finished working out in the Carolina Hurricanes' starter's net and was the first goalie off the ice — two signs that he'd return for Game 4, with his team down 3-0 to the Florida Panthers — coach Rod Brind'Amour tried to be coy. Brind'Amour, asked Monday afternoon whether it'd be Andersen or Game 3 starter Pyotr Kochetkov in net at Amerant Arena trying to extend Carolina's season, took a decent-length pause. Advertisement 'Freddie's starting,' he said eventually. 'I always think it'd be nice to just hold that info. But no, Freddie's gonna start. He's been great for us all year and he had a nice couple days off, so it makes sense to chuck him in there.' After an outstanding start to the postseason, Andersen was part of a long list of Hurricanes who struggled through Games 1 and 2, allowing nine goals on 36 shots (five in Game 1, four in Game 2, for a .750 save percentage) and saved about 5.5 goals below expected. Kochetkov was good for two periods in Game 3, stopping 14 of Florida's 15 shots, but allowed five goals on 13 in the third period. Brind'Amour complimented Kochetkov's play on Sunday — the team around him had unraveled, after all — but announced Andersen will be back in the net, all the same. Brind'Amour brought up Andersen's ability to effectively return from long absences in his career — most recently following knee surgery this season and a blood clotting issue in 2023-24 — as reasons not to worry about him getting a two-day, four-period break. 'One of the things that's great about him is he's had so many trials and tribulations through his career,' Brind'Amour said. 'He's taken months off and then plops into the net and it feels like he hasn't missed a beat. I don't know how that is, but certainly (it's) a unique skillset. We need it tonight, obviously.' Carolina will again be without defensemen Jalen Chatfield (lower-body injury) and Sean Walker (upper body) for Game 4. Chatfield hasn't played since Game 4 of Carolina's five-game win over Washington in the second round. Walker was injured in Game 2 against the Panthers. Brind'Amour, at various points, has lamented their absences, particularly that of Chatfield, who typically plays on the second pair with Dmitry Orlov. Perhaps not coincidentally, Orlov was brutal in Game 3. Advertisement 'It's something we've had over the years really, really locked down, and to lose a couple of guys that are so important to that, be throwing in guys that haven't played at this level, you're asking a lot for sure,' he said. Chatfield and Walker will be replaced again by rookies Alexander Nikishin, who's played twice in the postseason, and Scott Morrow, who's played three times. Both looked significantly more comfortable in Game 3 than in their limited previous action, a fact Brind'Amour noted, but the situation, he said, is still far from ideal. 'When you get in the playoffs, you've gotta make sure you probably have a little more depth in that spot, just because it's not fair to put those guys in that situation,' Brind'Amour said. 'Having said that, they've done a great job. I mean, Nikishin the other night, I was really proud of how from one game to the next, the change. Morrow hung in there, too. So it's good on those guys.' Hurricanes winger Seth Jarvis, like Brind'Amour, said the team will miss Chatfield and Walker but liked what the rookies brought to the lineup. 'Walks has been incredible this playoffs,' Jarvis said. 'Chatty is always so steady and so underrated. So losing those two guys sucked. but (Nikishin) and (Morrow) came in and played a big physical role for us. Scottie's been moving the puck well. We have all the confidence in the world in those guys stepping up.' (Top photo of Frederik Andersen: James Guillory / Imagn Images)
