Former Russian national team and Buffalo Sabres forward Maxim Afinogenov did not agree with the National Hockey League’s (NHL) decision not to call Washington forward Alexander Ovechkin to the All-Star game. “Championship”.
“It’s not clear, to be honest. It seems to me that Alexander should automatically be there even if he is not the best striker at the moment. Since there are still 12 vacant spots, can he still get an invite? I think they will definitely call me,” Afinogenov said.
Star Weekend will take place in Toronto from February 1-3. The league selected one hockey player from each of the 32 clubs. According to the results of the fan vote, which will be held until January 11, 12 more players will be selected, including four goalkeepers and eight outfield players.
Canadian forward Tom Wilson was selected from Washington. Russian goalkeeper Igor Shesterkin (New York Rangers) and forwards Kirill Kaprizov (Minnesota Wild) and Nikita Kucherov (Tampa Bay Lightning) will attend the event.
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