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Ilya Paultov is a 20-year-old Russian Forward (RW/LW) recently signed by the Flyers to a three-year entry-level contract (ELC) as of June 1, 2026.
Key Details
- Born: May 3, 2006 (age 20) in Novosibirsk, Russia
- Size: 5’11, 167 lbs, shoots left
- Drafted: By the Flyers in the 6th round (173rd overall) of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft
- Current/Upcoming: Expected to play for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms (AHL) in 2026-27
Recent Performances
- Krasnaya Armiya Moskva (MHL – Russian junior league): 10G-13A-23P in 30 games (solid ~0.77 PPG among regulars). Added 4G-6A in nine playoff games.
- Zvezda Moskva (VHL – Russia’s 2nd-tier pro league): 1G-4A-5P in 25 games
In his draft year (2024), he had 15G-30A-45P in 46 MHL games.
Playing Style
Scouts note strong hands, good deking ability, and skill at attacking inside to make defenders miss. He’s seen as a skilled, project-type winger with upside.
Paultov’s a low-risk, mid-to-late round pick who just got his ELC and is transitioning to North American pro hockey via the Phantoms. Flyers fans are keeping an eye on him as a depth prospect with some offensive tools.
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