A couple of developments in the KHL that might interest some. First, Sergei Fedorov has announced his retirement from professional hockey and will become the GM of CSKA Moscow. That's the team he played for in Russia before defecting to the NHL. I was surprised to hear that Fedorov was still playing professionally, he actually played the past 3 seasons in Russia. Always thought he was one of the most underrated players in his prime, it's a shame he ended his NHL career on a bit of a low-note. Some are speculating that moves like this might entice younger Russian players to stay in the KHL and play for their idols.
If that doesn't work, the fact that the KHL has apparently lifted their salary cap for Russian NHLers might do the trick. I'll let Slava Malamud's twitter account explain:
This is pretty clearly directed at Semin and Radulov this offseason. But considering both of their experiences in the NHL, it might not really be necessary. Semin's pretty much a lock to go to the KHL I think.
edit: Added a tweet about Grigorenko. Doesn't really relate to the salary cap issue as he isn't a past NHLer, but it'll be interesting to see if Fedorov's influence could change his mind. I doubt it though.
If that doesn't work, the fact that the KHL has apparently lifted their salary cap for Russian NHLers might do the trick. I'll let Slava Malamud's twitter account explain:
This is pretty clearly directed at Semin and Radulov this offseason. But considering both of their experiences in the NHL, it might not really be necessary. Semin's pretty much a lock to go to the KHL I think.
edit: Added a tweet about Grigorenko. Doesn't really relate to the salary cap issue as he isn't a past NHLer, but it'll be interesting to see if Fedorov's influence could change his mind. I doubt it though.
