Evgeny Kuznetsov set to terminate NHL contract and depart from Hurricanes
After a successful stint in the NHL with Washington and Carolina, veteran Evgeny Kuznetsov seems poised to exit the league permanently this summer.
While Alex Ovechkin is central to the Washington Capitals' success over the past two decades, Evgeny Kuznetsov's remarkable 11-year stint with the team was crucial, particularly in their memorable Stanley Cup triumph.
However, after leaving for the Hurricanes in 2023/24, it now seems that Kuznetsov is departing from the NHL, as it's been officially confirmed he will immediately sign a four-year deal with SKA St. Petersburg in the KHL.
At 32 years old, Kuznetsov shows he still has plenty to offer after a strong 2023/24 season. However, due to his injury record, no NHL team is willing to offer him a long-term contract. Last season, he scored 8 goals and 24 points in 63 games. Now, he's banking on a return to All-Star form in the KHL over the next four years.
There's still a possibility of an NHL return, considering he'll be 36 when his current deal ends. However, this may mark the end of Evgeny Kuznetsov's stellar NHL career for now.
Source: Hockey Patrol
Evgeni Kuznetsov reportedly leaves the NHL for good
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