Russian Carolina Hurricanes forward Evgeny Kuznetsov shared his feelings about his return to the Washington bullpen following his trade from the Capitals in early March 2024. Hockey News.
“Amazing. Thank you for everything. It’s been an amazing 11 years. It’s great to be back here and playing hockey. I wish them the best. They have a very good team,” Kuznetsov said.
Washington beat Carolina 7:6 (B).
For Washington Capitals, Russian forward and captain Alexander Ovechkin (34th minute), Sonny Milano (13, 35, 49), John Carlson (44) and Connor McMichael (54) scored goals in normal time. The Russian did not waste his initiative in the conflict. Dylan Strome scored the decisive goal in the penalty shootout. Sebastian Aho (7, 36, 58), Jakob Slavin (20), Brady Shea (40) and Seth Jarvis (50) scored for Carolina Hurricanes.
In the next match, Carolina will face Toronto and Washington will face Winnipeg.
Previously general manager of Carolina said About Kuznetsov’s adaptation to the club.