Ilya Samsonov is an ice hockey goaltender for the Vegas Golden Knights in the NHL. He began his professional career with Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the KHL, making his debut during the 2014–15 season. Samsonov was ranked as the top European goaltender in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft and was selected 22nd overall by the Washington Capitals.
Samsonov continued playing in the KHL before signing a three-year, entry-level contract with Washington in 2018. After spending time with the AHL’s Hershey Bears, he made his NHL debut in the 2019–20 season, winning his first 11 games, becoming the first rookie goalie to do so since 1973–74. Samsonov later played for the Toronto Maple Leafs before joining the Vegas Golden Knights.
Who is Ilya Samsonov’s wife?
Ilya Samsonov is married to Maria Semyonova. The couple tied the knot on July 13, 2019, in their hometown of Magnitogorsk, Russia, as per RMNB.
Mariya Samsonov Social Media
Mariya Samsonov (formerly Semenova) has a private Instagram account under the username @samsonovamaria98 with 325 posts. Her display name is Mariia Samsonova (Semenova).
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How long have Ilya Samson and Mariya Samsonov been married?
Ilya Samsonov and Mariya Samsonov (née Semyonova) have been married since July 13, 2019, as per RMNB. As of 2025, they have been married for six years.
How many children do Ilya Samson and Mariya Samsonov have?
Ilya Samsonov and his wife, Mariya, welcomed their first child, a son named Miroslav, on March 3, 2023, as per their Instagram post.
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FAQs on Ilya Samsonov
A. Ilya Samsonov was born on February 22, 1997.
A. Ilya Samsonov is from Magnitogorsk, Russia.
A. Ilya Samsonav is 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) tall.
A. Ilya Samsonav weighs 205 lb (93 kg).
A. Ilya Samsonov plays as a goaltender.
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