Russian hockey player of the National Hockey League (NHL) Washington club Evgeny Kuznetsov became a Carolina hockey player. About this on the team’s website stated Carolina general manager Don Waddell.
“Evgeniy will add even more experience to our roster in the playoffs. We are excited to give him the opportunity to get a fresh start in Carolina,” Waddler said.
On March 2, the official website of the National Hockey League reported that Kuznetsov had completed the NHL Assistance Program, which he had been participating in since mid-February. The program works with players who are experiencing drug or alcohol addiction as well as psychological issues.
Washington designated a Russian hockey player for the waiver draft. When no NHL club accepted him, the capital sent Kuznetsov to a farm club.
Kuznetsov has been playing for the Capitals since 2014, and before that he played only for Traktor Chelyabinsk. His contract with Washington runs through 2025 with an average salary of $7.8 million per season. This NHL season, the Russian took part in 43 team matches, scoring six goals and 11 assists.
Kuznetsov before organized a training meeting At the Washington farm club.