Well-known manager Dan Milstein, who represents Florida Panthers Russian forward Grigory Denisenko, said it was a priority for his client to continue playing in North America. Transmits words TASS.
“For Grisha, staying in North America was a priority no matter what. We were able to agree on a one-sided contract, Grisha chose a two-year contract to gain a base and continue to progress as a player,” said Milstein.
The Russian signed a new two-year contract with Florida. During that time, he will earn $1.55 million.
In the final season of the National Hockey League (NHL), Denisenko played in 18 games and provided three assists. Basically, the player played for Charlotte Checkers in the American Hockey League (AHL), where he played 56 games, scoring 12 goals. He also has 24 assists.
In the Continental Hockey League (KHL), Denisenko played for Yaroslavl Lokomotiv. Bronze medalist and top scorer of the 2019 World Junior Championships. Florida selected him 15th overall in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.
Previously Russian striker Vladislav Namestnikov elongated Contract with Winnipeg Jets.