2025-26-09 Yaroslavl 1 @ Mamonty 2 (MHL)
Borichev is a powerful goalie with a commanding presence in the crease. His lower-body strength makes him one of the most explosive goalies in this draft class. His first pushes,whether standing or from the butterfly, are extremely strong, allowing him to set quickly for shooters. His puck tracking projects as potentially elite, as he rarely lost sight of the puck. In this viewing, he handled rebounds and loose pucks cleanly, avoiding chaotic or desperate movements. However, his mechanics on recoveries and post-save movements need refinement. His speed to regain square positioning, upper-body structure, and hand placement while moving or sliding were inconsistent. These mechanical issues can be addressed with development and shouldn’t hold him back too much, especially if his tracking and rebound control remain in the elite tier.