NITRO HOCKEY

About Coach Grabovski

Mikhail Grabovski, a former NHL standout - with a career spanning the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals, New York Islanders, and the Belarusian National team, brings his relentless passion and vast experience to Nitro Hockey.

Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2004, Grabovski won the Calder Cup for Montreal's AHL affiliate, the Hamilton Bulldogs. He led all NHL Eastern Conference rookies in scoring during his first full season for the Toronto Maples, ultimately playing over 500 games in the NHL.

After retiring, Mikhail coached with Dynamo Minsk in the KHL, and led the Belarus National Team to victory, winning the Channel One Cup, as GM. Now, he dedicates himself to developing young talent through his efforts in youth hockey development with the U8 Northern Saints and Markham Waxers U14 AAA.

"Since the beginning of my hockey career, I have always been very interested in the coaching process. It can be a very creative - a skill I used a lot as a player, creating new plays or drills for my line. The study of performance on and off the ice has always fascinated me. I have years of research compiled in my notebooks from every season of my career. I have brought the best lessons from a long list of amazing coaches, and continue to question and iterate on their work."

Despite his stature as one of the smaller players on the ice during his playing days, Grabovski's skill, tenacity, and strategic mindset have made him not only a fan favorite but also a trusted mentor for those seeking to excel in the sport. Dedicated to shaping the next generation of hockey players, every Nitro session is powered by his passion, attention to detail, and commitment to driving player growth. He doesn’t just teach skills, he inspires resilience, sharpens minds and builds a foundation of excellence that players carry with them on and off the ice. At Nitro Hockey, Grabovski’s hands on approach transforms potential into performance.