*-> Lots of noise out of Russia this weekend. Ilya Kovalchuk is the center of attention due to the fact he is unrestricted this summer and is looking for a big payout. The rumor has it that Ilya would love to stay in Atlanta and its his number one choice but he'd like to see top dollar and have a set plan and a decent supporting cast around him, in other words he wants proof Atlanta is ready to compete. However the KHL has now slipped out a potential situation for Kovalchuk to ponder. They are believed to be offering over 15 million dollars per season for the franchise forward and would love nothing more than to steal an NHL superstar still before his prime. Personally I believe Kovi would rather play in the NHL but that kind of cash is enough to change most peoples minds. I think hell get a deal done with Atlanta and if not he'll consider bolting at seasons end. This should effect most teams considering selling there futures away for possibly just a playoff run.
*-> The Ilya Zubov fiasco in Ottawa has ended this morning. The Sens have shipped the Russian back to Russia. Well more like loaned him to the KHL till a suitable team is found. He will suit up for Salavat UFA starting next week. I really don't feel this is guna help him NHL career as most teams are already Leary about Russians let alone 2 or 3rd liners who are already home and have previously demanded a trade. I do however think he'l end up back because it seams this is the league hed like to play in.
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