"Perhaps no one on this year's 25 Under 25 list has more to prove this season than San Jose Sharks prospect Yaroslav Askarov. After all, this year is exactly why he requested a trade out of Nashville. Over the next nine months, Askarov has the opportunity to prove that he can be an NHL starter, or at the very least, that he has the chops to make it in the NHL."
"Last season with the Sharks, Askarov had a 4-6-2 record with a 3.10 goals against average and a .896 save percentage. He wasn't great, but neither were the Sharks. He'll have a slightly better defense in front of him and more certainty in his role on the team, which should help in the short run. What he does with that though, is up to him. Over three seasons in the AHL, Askarov has earned his call up. He has a combined 67-38-7-13 record."
Yaroslav Askarov requested a trade from Nashville to secure a clear path to an NHL starting role with the San Jose Sharks. He faces a season to prove he can be an NHL starter or at least establish himself as capable at the NHL level. Last NHL season with San Jose produced a 4-6-2 record, 3.10 goals-against average and .896 save percentage. Three AHL seasons yielded a 67-38-7-13 record, 2.53 goals-against average and .913 save percentage, demonstrating readiness for NHL opportunity. Askarov will benefit from slightly better defensive support and role certainty, while confidence will be key for facing top NHL scorers.
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