Pavel Akolzin

Pavel Sergeevich Akolzin (; born 25 November 1990) is a Russian professional ice hockey player. He is currently playing under contract with the Shanghai Dragons in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).

Playing career Akolzin formerly played with Barys Nur-Sultan in the KHL and Beibarys Atyrau, Arlan Kokshetau and Nomad Astana of the Kazakhstan Hockey Championship.

Following four seasons in the KHL with Barys Nur-Sultan, Akolzin left the club as a free agent and was signed to a two-year contract to continue in the KHL with Russian club, Metallurg Magnitogorsk on 1 May 2021.

After a brief stint with SKA Saint Petersburg, Akolzin was signed to a two-year contract with newly rebranded club, Shanghai Dragons, on 15 August 2025.

Career statistics International Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM 2018 Kazakhstan WC-D1 19th 5 1 0 1 6 2019 Kazakhstan WC-D1 17th 5 1 0 1 2 2020 Kazakhstan OGQ DNQ 3 0 1 1 0 2021 Kazakhstan WC 10th 7 1 0 1 2 2022 Kazakhstan WC 14th 7 1 2 3 11 Senior totals 27 4 3 7 21

Awards and honors Award Year KHL Gagarin Cup (Metallurg Magnitogorsk) 2024