Nikita Nesterov (CSKA), a native of Chelyabinsk, was chosen as the captain of the Tarasov Division team, for whom this KHL All Star Game will be the second in his career.
— First of all, thanks to our fans for voting for me in choosing the players of the All Star Game. The whole team of the division will gather in a short time, I am well acquainted with everyone, we will try to show a beautiful game in this mini-tournament. Being a captain at such an event is very pleasant, it was unexpected. Chelyabinsk is my homeland, I dipped my toes into my life and hockey there. It will be nice to gather there, make a show for our fans. The family always watches the CSKA matches, the Russian national team. My relatives will support me in Chelyabinsk as well. I want to win, to please them. If you are a professional athlete, you always want to win any tournament. The All Star Game is a show, but you also need to show your level there.
The KHL All Star Game 2022 will be held in Chelyabinskbon December 10 and 11.
