Fedor Svechkov’s Journey with the Milwaukee Admirals
Fedor Svechkov, a young center for the Milwaukee Admirals, was spotted at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena for a practice session on May 13, 2025. The 22-year-old from Russia is eager to leave behind the challenges faced during the disappointing 2024-25 NHL season with the Nashville Predators. In light of his team’s struggles, Svechkov humorously deflected questions about last season during a recent media session, stating,
“What happened last year? I don’t remember.”
Performance Overview
Despite the Predators’ lackluster performance, Svechkov managed to make an impact after joining the team from the Admirals during November. Over 52 games, he scored eight goals and added nine assists, primarily playing in a lower-line role. His earlier stint in the AHL showed promise, with 12 points in just 13 games prior to his call-up. Following the end of the Predators’ season, he returned to Milwaukee, contributing an additional eight points in the playoffs.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead to the upcoming season, Predators General Manager Barry Trotz has high hopes for Svechkov, envisioning him as a potential second-line center behind veteran Ryan O’Reilly. This is quite a leap for Svechkov, who is still adapting to professional hockey in the U.S. and improving his English. He stated,
“Today was the first practice… I think I worked well. That’s all I can control and all I can do, so I’m not thinking about role and stuff.”
Training and Development
In a recent scrimmage, Svechkov found himself alongside established NHL player Steven Stamkos and prospect Joakim Kemell, indicating his potential pathway into a more prominent offensive role. Last season, despite a downturn in his numbers, the experience that a player like Stamkos offers could be invaluable for Svechkov as he seeks to capitalize on his abilities.
Trotz has shared insights with Svechkov regarding the mental fortitude needed for success at the NHL level. Svechkov acknowledged,
“This is the most difficult league in the world, and I have to be ready for every game.”
However, he did face difficulties, notably in the faceoff circle where he posted just a 37% win rate in the past season—a stat he will need to improve for greater responsibilities.
Shooting Performance
On the shooting front, Svechkov boasted a 12.5% shooting percentage, demonstrating his ability to score, which was highlighted in a thrilling win against the New York Islanders last April, where he scored a crucial overtime goal. With limited moves to bolster their center depth this offseason, and the possibility of adjusting line configurations that could see Stamkos shifted to the wing, there are many questions yet to be answered in training camp.
As the Predators prepare for the season, all eyes will be on Svechkov as he aims to demonstrate he is ready for a more significant role in the team’s offense.
