Maxim Mamin (ice hockey, born 1995)
A powerful, grinding winger who carved out an NHL stint before returning to become a key physical presence in Russia's KHL.
Born 1995 (age 31)·Russian ice hockey player·Birthday: January 13·Millennials
Biography
Maxim Mamin's hockey path is one of persistence and adaptation. Drafted in the late rounds by the Florida Panthers, the Moscow-born forward spent years developing his heavy, north-south game in the KHL before getting his NHL shot. His time in North America was brief but memorable; during the 2021-22 season, he brought a needed element of sandpaper to the Panthers' high-flying lineup, using his 6'2" frame to forecheck relentlessly and chip in occasional offense. Ultimately, the pull of home and a larger role brought him back to HC Dynamo Moscow, where he has settled in as a veteran leader. Mamin's career embodies the modern transatlantic athlete—skilled enough to play in the best league, but finding his most impactful and comfortable niche in his home country's premier circuit.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Maxim was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Maxim Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Maxim's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played 44 games for the Florida Panthers during the 2021-22 NHL season, recording 12 points.
- Won the Gagarin Cup, the KHL championship, with CSKA Moscow in 2019.
- Represented Russia at multiple IIHF World Championships, winning a silver medal in 2022.
Did You Know?
He was originally drafted by the Florida Panthers in the sixth round, 175th overall, in 2016.
Mamin's father, Vladimir Mamin, was also a professional hockey player in Russia.
Before his NHL stint, he played for CSKA Moscow, one of the most storied clubs in Russian hockey history.
“I just try to play a simple, heavy game and help the team win.”
