The Kontinental Hockey League club Sochi issued a formal update after the team’s striker Matvey Michkov was reported missing in connection with Andrey Michkov.
According to the statement, on the evening of April 2, Andrey Vladislavovich Michkov, the father of Sochi player Matvey Michkov, left home and did not return. His current whereabouts remain unknown, and his mobile phone is not reachable. The club affirmed that it is cooperating fully with law enforcement authorities and providing all possible assistance in the search for Andrey Michkov.
Sochi Hockey Club also noted that Michkov continues to train with the team and receives the necessary psychological support during this anxious period. The organization asked media representatives to respect the privacy of the player and his family and to refrain from intrusive questions.
Andrey Michkov disappeared from a family‑rented apartment in Sochi around 9:00 p.m. on April 2, with promises to return as soon as possible. The incident prompted ongoing coordination between the club, players, and authorities as they work to locate him.
Matvey Michkov is currently on loan to Sochi from SKA Saint Petersburg. During his time with Sochi, he has appeared in 27 games, contributing nine goals and eleven assists. The team’s season concluded without a playoff appearance, finishing in the lower portion of the Western Conference standings. This context highlights the emotional strain the situation places on the player, his teammates, and the club’s broader community.
In national hockey circles, analysts and scouts continue to monitor the broader implications of the ongoing situation. Notably, respected outlets have published assessments of upcoming draft prospects and rankings, which may influence decisions in leagues such as the National Hockey League (NHL).Cited analyses indicate preliminary evaluations of potential candidates for upcoming drafts, underscoring the interconnected nature of professional hockey ecosystems and the potential impact on player careers in the near term. (Attribution: industry publications and scouting reports)