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Nikita
Zaitsev
Defense
Birthdate
29/10/1991
Birthplace
Moscow, USSR
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Blackhawks will not wear Pride-themed jerseys
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Blackhawks add Zaitsev, more picks in Sens deal
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Senators add 3 more to COVID list; 9 players total
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Leafs grant Zaitsev trade wish with deal to Sens
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