Matvei Michkov of the Philadelphia Flyers has been awarded the NHL's 'Rookie of the Month' for October after leading all rookies in several key offensive categories, including goals and points.

In his first month, he showcased impressive skills, recording multiple multi-point games and becoming a standout player among his peers. Michkov's achievements mark a significant milestone for the Flyers as he is the first player from the team to earn this recognition in over a decade.