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RESERVE LIST	YEARS	CAP HIT
Greene, Ryan	3	$925,000
Gajan, Adam	3	$925,000
Misiak, Martin	3	$925,000
Marcel, Marcel	3	$925,000
Moore, Oliver	3	$925,000
Nazar, Frank	3	$925,000
Rinzel, Sam	3	$925,000

RFA	YEARS	CAP HIT
Anderson, Joey	1	$1,000,000
Guttman, Cole	2	$1,100,000
Kaiser, Wyatt	2	$1,100,000
Kurashev, Philipp	2	$3,500,000
Phillips, Isaak	2	$1,500,000
Reichel, Lukas	2	$1,500,000
Söderblom, Arvid	2	$1,100,000
Vlasic, Alex	2	$4,500,000

UFA	YEARS	CAP HIT
Rantanen, Mikko	6	$12,000,000

CREATED	YEARS	CAP HIT
Lindstrom, Cayden	3	$925,000
Demidov, Ivan	3	$925,000
Rantanen, Mikko	6	$12,000,000

ROSTER SIZE	SALARY CAP	CAP HIT	OVERAGES	BONUSES	CAP SPACE
27	$89,500,000	$77,055,833	$0	$4,500,000	$12,444,167

Left Wing	Centre	Right Wing
Lindstrom, Cayden $925,000$925,000	Bedard, Connor $950,000$950,000 ($3,500,000$4M) C RFA - 1	Rantanen, Mikko $12,000,000$12,000,000 RW, C UFA
Moore, Oliver $925,000$925,000 C RFA	Nazar, Frank $925,000$925,000 RW, C RFA - 1	Demidov, Ivan $925,000$925,000
Reichel, Lukas $1,500,000$1,500,000 LW, C RFA	Dickinson, Jason $4,250,000$4,250,000 C, LW UFA - 1	Kurashev, Philipp $3,500,000$3,500,000 LW, C, RW RFA
Foligno, Nick $4,500,000$4,500,000 LW, C, RW UFA - 1	Dach, Colton $825,000$825,000 C RFA - 1	Guttman, Cole $1,100,000$1,100,000 C RFA
	Ludwinski, Paul $931,667$931,667 C RFA - 1	Anderson, Joey $1,000,000$1,000,000 RW RFA
	Greene, Ryan $925,000$925,000 C RFA	Rantanen, Mikko $12,000,000$12,000,000

Left Defense	Right Defense	Goaltender
Vlasic, Alex $4,500,000$4,500,000 LD UFA - 5	Jones, Seth $9,500,000$9,500,000 RD NMC UFA - 5	Mrázek, Petr $4,250,000$4,250,000 G UFA - 1
Korchinski, Kevin $918,333$918,333 ($1,000,000$1M) LD RFA - 1	Murphy, Connor $4,400,000$4,400,000 RD M-NTC UFA - 1	Söderblom, Arvid $1,100,000$1,100,000 G RFA
Kaiser, Wyatt $1,100,000$1,100,000 LD RFA	Rinzel, Sam $925,000$925,000 RD RFA
Phillips, Isaak $1,500,000$1,500,000 LD RFA
Del Mastro, Ethan $855,833$855,833 LD RFA - 1
Allan, Nolan $825,000$825,000 LD RFA - 1

Jan. 27 at 12:17 p.m.

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It would have to be in the 15m range for the Avs to start to consider letting Rants walk

Jan. 27 at 12:46 p.m.

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This should be when we start seeing a larger influx of young prospects making their way into the NHL ranks, for sure. But any expectations of being competitive should probably be tempered. Most of these kids are gonna need at least a season or two in the NHL before they become who they are going to be and learn how to play at the pro level.

Lindstrom and Demidov would be awesome, though! If the TBL pick and Demidov slips that much, it would be amazing. I'm not counting on it, though. I think you underestimate where Demidov is going in the draft. If he were in North America, he would be second only to Celebrini, and might even challenge him for 1st overall. He is probably the most dynamic offensive threat in the draft. I think we have a better chance of seeing Eiserman slip than Demidov. I would have no problem with grabbing Demidov in the 2 to 5 range. Also, I'd bet Demidov extends for a year or two before coming over. There was some mandate I read about recently by the Russian government either urging or requiring Russian players to stay in the KHL for a certain amount of time. I'm unsure on the details and finding accurate reporting on anything out of Russia is not easy.

Also, I doubt Rantanen makes it to free agency. Even if COL keeps him as their own rental next season without intending to extend him, I bet some team probably pays a hefty sum for his negotiating rights before free agency opens. But he would be a very interesting target if available.

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Jan. 27 at 1:05 p.m.

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I doubt the Hawks get 12OA from Tampa. Tampa will make the playoffs. Were looking at the 20th +/- 2 picks.

Jan. 27 at 1:09 p.m.

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I doubt the Hawks get 12OA from Tampa. Tampa will make the playoffs. Were looking at the 20th +/- 2 picks.

Not so sure of that. Tampa is in 3rd in the division with the Leafs who are 1 point behind and 3 games in hand. Detroit is 2 points behind with 1 game in hand. I think the Leafs will make a move on D and surpass Tampa no problem. Detroit gets Kane back from injury and IF they make a move to bolster goaltending they will pass Tampa. Either way, Tampa is a fringe playoff team at best and could easily drop behind Leafs, Wings, Flyers, Devils, and Kings in the final standings.

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Jan. 27 at 1:19 p.m.

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This should be when we start seeing a larger influx of young prospects making their way into the NHL ranks, for sure. But any expectations of being competitive should probably be tempered. Most of these kids are gonna need at least a season or two in the NHL before they become who they are going to be and learn how to play at the pro level.

Lindstrom and Demidov would be awesome, though! If the TBL pick and Demidov slips that much, it would be amazing. I'm not counting on it, though. I think you underestimate where Demidov is going in the draft. If he were in North America, he would be second only to Celebrini, and might even challenge him for 1st overall. He is probably the most dynamic offensive threat in the draft. I think we have a better chance of seeing Eiserman slip than Demidov. I would have no problem with grabbing Demidov in the 2 to 5 range. Also, I'd bet Demidov extends for a year or two before coming over. There was some mandate I read about recently by the Russian government either urging or requiring Russian players to stay in the KHL for a certain amount of time. I'm unsure on the details and finding accurate reporting on anything out of Russia is not easy.

Also, I doubt Rantanen makes it to free agency. Even if COL keeps him as their own rental next season without intending to extend him, I bet some team probably pays a hefty sum for his negotiating rights before free agency opens. But he would be a very interesting target if available.

In the comments I temper the word "competitive" saying not a bottom 5 team and this being a chemistry year for the group with a slight chance to slip into the playoffs as a bubble team.

I should have said Demidov I see at #3 and Lindstrom possibly dropping. Demidov is the real deal IMO and he's done with his KHL contract in the summer of 2025 and will jump right in, it's been reported he will come over to NA and will not sign again in the KHL regardless of what Russia wants. Given that it looks to be true, he's going to be a immediate impact player for the team that drafts him in the 25/26 season. Lindstrom will need another year before going pro, maybe 2 years, but he's a big big guy and power forward that I believe Bedard could benefit from and than on the other side a guy like Rantanen who's nasty. Lindstrom I could see falling as their is concern with his defensive play but something I think that's fixable....but it's a long shot he falls outside of the top 10.

Colorado is interesting. They are in a bit of cap crunch and Rantanen is going to sign for $12M+, not sure the Avs can afford that in the summer of 25 without making big sacrifices for the rest of the team and the question is, after this season and next, how competitive are the Avs going to look beyond that? If Rantanen wants max dollars and wants to join a team on the rise, it's possible, but ultimately probably unlikely. That being said, there are some other intriguing names, Marner being another one which I wouldn't be surprised to see the Leafs move on from to create a more balanced roster.

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Jan. 27 at 1:26 p.m.

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It would have to be in the 15m range for the Avs to start to consider letting Rants walk

Agree the contract is going to be $12M at a minimum and could be as high as $15M. Avs are heading into a cap crunch IMO and the summer of 2025 will have 10 players as of today with $63M committed to those 10 players. Add Rants at a minimum of $12M and that's 11 players at $75M leaving under $15M to get 11 more players. In other words, not a great cap place to be in. The team and Rantanen will both need to decide how competitive of a group they will be long-term and another season from now, and see if Colorado wants to retool a bit and or if Rantanen wants to go for max dollars. If either scenario (or both) play out, and not saying this is an absolute by any stretch, the Hawks are in a good position with plenty of cap space and a team on the rise to possibly attract Rantanen.

Jan. 27 at 1:44 p.m.

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Quoting: ChiHawk

In the comments I temper the word "competitive" saying not a bottom 5 team and this being a chemistry year for the group with a slight chance to slip into the playoffs as a bubble team.

I should have said Demidov I see at #3 and Lindstrom possibly dropping. Demidov is the real deal IMO and he's done with his KHL contract in the summer of 2025 and will jump right in, it's been reported he will come over to NA and will not sign again in the KHL regardless of what Russia wants. Given that it looks to be true, he's going to be a immediate impact player for the team that drafts him in the 25/26 season. Lindstrom will need another year before going pro, maybe 2 years, but he's a big big guy and power forward that I believe Bedard could benefit from and than on the other side a guy like Rantanen who's nasty. Lindstrom I could see falling as their is concern with his defensive play but something I think that's fixable....but it's a long shot he falls outside of the top 10.

Colorado is interesting. They are in a bit of cap crunch and Rantanen is going to sign for $12M+, not sure the Avs can afford that in the summer of 25 without making big sacrifices for the rest of the team and the question is, after this season and next, how competitive are the Avs going to look beyond that? If Rantanen wants max dollars and wants to join a team on the rise, it's possible, but ultimately probably unlikely. That being said, there are some other intriguing names, Marner being another one which I wouldn't be surprised to see the Leafs move on from to create a more balanced roster.

Yeah. I agree, Demidov is the real deal. But I don't see Lindstrom slipping that far. Though, if he does, KD shouldn't think twice about selecting him. I don't think there are concerns with Lindstroms defensive play, though. In all my veiwings, he is strong on and off the puck and is almost a lock to go in the top 5, imo. But, I guess we'll have to see how he does when he comes back from injury. If his play falls off, I could see him dropping quite a bit.

And yeah, COL is interesting. Plus, they have Kovalenko, whom, if he pops, will make it easier to move on from someone like Rantanen if he prices himself out of their plans. Definitely interested in Marner too. I like the idea of putting a Selke caliber high end play maker with in the top 6. Even Reinhart would be interesting this summer.

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Jan. 27 at 1:52 p.m.

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Not so sure of that. Tampa is in 3rd in the division with the Leafs who are 1 point behind and 3 games in hand. Detroit is 2 points behind with 1 game in hand. I think the Leafs will make a move on D and surpass Tampa no problem. Detroit gets Kane back from injury and IF they make a move to bolster goaltending they will pass Tampa. Either way, Tampa is a fringe playoff team at best and could easily drop behind Leafs, Wings, Flyers, Devils, and Kings in the final standings.

Yeah. The points in the east are so tight, that one or two games could put them back out of the playoff picture, their remaining schedule is by no means easy, they have been very inconsistent, their depth is pretty depleted, and they don't have many tradable assets to improve the roster at the deadline. Them creeping up the standings is actually a good thing, IMO, though. I want them to keep teetering on the edge of the playoffs like this. If they fall too far, we don't get to make the pick until 2026. Which could work to our favor in the big picture if they completely fall off the next couple years, because it will be unprotected. But I think I'd rather make the pick now anyway.

I think if we lose the TBL pick this year, we probably make one long term free agent acquisition. If we make that pick this year, we probably stick with stop gap measures.

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Jan. 27 at 1:53 p.m.

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Btw, where did you see this report about Demidov saying he won't re-sign in the KHL?

Jan. 27 at 1:56 p.m.

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Yeah. I agree, Demidov is the real deal. But I don't see Lindstrom slipping that far. Though, if he does, KD shouldn't think twice about selecting him. I don't think there are concerns with Lindstroms defensive play, though. In all my veiwings, he is strong on and off the puck and is almost a lock to go in the top 5, imo. But, I guess we'll have to see how he does when he comes back from injury. If his play falls off, I could see him dropping quite a bit.

And yeah, COL is interesting. Plus, they have Kovalenko, whom, if he pops, will make it easier to move on from someone like Rantanen if he prices himself out of their plans. Definitely interested in Marner too. I like the idea of putting a Selke caliber high end play maker with in the top 6. Even Reinhart would be interesting this summer.

My only hope on Lindstrom is the injury effects his draft position and guys like Dickinson, Easiermann, and Catton make a jump ahead while names like Jiricek and Iginla go higher than they should based on pedigree....i know, wishful thinking. Other route is the Hawks trade up from tampa's pick but that's pretty rare in the NHL compared to say the NFL. Lindstrom could end up going between 5 and 8 realistically. If the Tampa pick is #14 for example, could the Hawks package #14 plus their early 2nd rounder and a 3rd or 2025 2nd to move up to say #6?

Marner next to Bedard would be sick and Reinhardt would be great as a 2 way power forward as well. Hawks will surely have to make a big top 6 splash of some sort, they just don't have the prospect pool even if everyone pans out; Moore, Nazar, Reichel, Bedard, plus 2024 #2 or #3 pick. That's 5 spots and assuming everyone pans out...and also probably not likely.

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Jan. 27 at 1:59 p.m.

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Btw, where did you see this report about Demidov saying he won't re-sign in the KHL?

I don't recall I read too much hockey news! LOL. But it was an interview with him saying he wants to come to the NHL as soon as this contract is up with his agent saying that is their intent. Maybe it's to hype his draft position? A couple scouts weighed in saying while there is always a risk, they think he will come over as soon as possible.

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Jan. 27 at 2:02 p.m.

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Yeah. The points in the east are so tight, that one or two games could put them back out of the playoff picture, their remaining schedule is by no means easy, they have been very inconsistent, their depth is pretty depleted, and they don't have many tradable assets to improve the roster at the deadline. Them creeping up the standings is actually a good thing, IMO, though. I want them to keep teetering on the edge of the playoffs like this. If they fall too far, we don't get to make the pick until 2026. Which could work to our favor in the big picture if they completely fall off the next couple years, because it will be unprotected. But I think I'd rather make the pick now anyway.

I think if we lose the TBL pick this year, we probably make one long term free agent acquisition. If we make that pick this year, we probably stick with stop gap measures.

Yes, I worry Tampa becomes a top 10 pick honestly...that would not be good for the Hawks given where they are at in the rebuild and how much we need forwards. However, at the end of the day there's the possibility we are hoping for a mid 2024 first when we may end up with a top 5 pick in 2026 so not a bad thing either.

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Jan. 27 at 2:03 p.m.

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Quoting: ChiHawk

My only hope on Lindstrom is the injury effects his draft position and guys like Dickinson, Easiermann, and Catton make a jump ahead while names like Jiricek and Iginla go higher than they should based on pedigree....i know, wishful thinking. Other route is the Hawks trade up from tampa's pick but that's pretty rare in the NHL compared to say the NFL. Lindstrom could end up going between 5 and 8 realistically. If the Tampa pick is #14 for example, could the Hawks package #14 plus their early 2nd rounder and a 3rd or 2025 2nd to move up to say #6?

Marner next to Bedard would be sick and Reinhardt would be great as a 2 way power forward as well. Hawks will surely have to make a big top 6 splash of some sort, they just don't have the prospect pool even if everyone pans out; Moore, Nazar, Reichel, Bedard, plus 2024 #2 or #3 pick. That's 5 spots and assuming everyone pans out...and also probably not likely.

Yeah. That'd be awesome for CHI if that happens. Also, the TBL pick would be about where I would consider taking Parekh if he slips far enough. I don't think CHI has any business taking such a chance on someone like Parekh in the top 10, but outside of there, the upside could be worth the risk. It all depends on who is available though. It's gonna be a fun draft. I'm excited to see what route KD goes. Maybe he can actually convince someone to trade down for a handsome package and gets another top 10 pick.

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Jan. 27 at 2:04 p.m.

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Yeah. That'd be awesome for CHI if that happens. Also, the TBL pick would be about where I would consider taking Parekh if he slips far enough. I don't think CHI has any business taking such a chance on someone like Parekh in the top 10, but outside of there, the upside could be worth the risk. It all depends on who is available though. It's gonna be a fun draft. I'm excited to see what route KD goes. Maybe he can actually convince someone to trade down for a handsome package and gets another top 10 pick.

Let's say we have the #14 pick. Would you trade it for a young struggling player like Kappo?

Jan. 27 at 2:05 p.m.

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I don't recall I read too much hockey news! LOL. But it was an interview with him saying he wants to come to the NHL as soon as this contract is up with his agent saying that is their intent. Maybe it's to hype his draft position? A couple scouts weighed in saying while there is always a risk, they think he will come over as soon as possible.

Interesting. But, if the Russian government says otherwise he might not have much choice or risk some serious consequences. I am definitely interested in hearing more about this, though.

Jan. 27 at 2:09 p.m.

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Interesting. But, if the Russian government says otherwise he might not have much choice or risk some serious consequences. I am definitely interested in hearing more about this, though.

I don't recall where the government has ever forced a prospect resigns in Russia. I know they strongly encourage staying in Russia and mainly through incentives and big money well beyond what a NHL rookie makes (I've seen $925K vs. $4M in the KHL as example), but again don't recall them ever forcing it "or else".

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Jan. 27 at 2:10 p.m.

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Let's say we have the #14 pick. Would you trade it for a young struggling player like Kappo?

Nah. I'd rather make the pick. I think that would be a far too risky bet. Kakko is bordering on being a bust and CHI is in no rush that they should be hedging bets on reclamation projects.

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Jan. 27 at 2:13 p.m.

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Nah. I'd rather make the pick. I think that would be a far too risky bet. Kakko is bordering on being a bust and CHI is in no rush that they should be hedging bets on reclamation projects.

I love KK's ceiling as a Hossa type of player although I don't think he will hit it. That said, I think he's been mismanaged in NY and pushed too hard in the spotlight and really think he can turn it around into a Saad type of player which would be a great compliment to Bedard IMO.

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Jan. 27 at 2:13 p.m.

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Quoting: ChiHawk

I don't recall where the government has ever forced a prospect resigns in Russia. I know they strongly encourage staying in Russia and mainly through incentives and big money well beyond what a NHL rookie makes (I've seen $925K vs. $4M in the KHL as example), but again don't recall them ever forcing it "or else".

Yeah. They haven't before. But, like I said before, there was some sort of announcement from the government either encouraging or requiring players to stay for some set amount of time. Might be in anticipation of sociopolitical issues, Ukraine, Israel/the middle east, etc. Things aren't looking good, and it's the kind of authoritarian move Putin would probably make.

Jan. 27 at 2:16 p.m.

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I love KK's ceiling as a Hossa type of player although I don't think he will hit it. That said, I think he's been mismanaged in NY and pushed too hard in the spotlight and really think he can turn it around into a Saad type of player which would be a great compliment to Bedard IMO.

I think we can probably buy lower on him at some point without giving up a 1st. Or at least not a 1st this year.

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Jan. 27 at 2:18 p.m.

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Yeah. The points in the east are so tight, that one or two games could put them back out of the playoff picture, their remaining schedule is by no means easy, they have been very inconsistent, their depth is pretty depleted, and they don't have many tradable assets to improve the roster at the deadline. Them creeping up the standings is actually a good thing, IMO, though. I want them to keep teetering on the edge of the playoffs like this. If they fall too far, we don't get to make the pick until 2026. Which could work to our favor in the big picture if they completely fall off the next couple years, because it will be unprotected. But I think I'd rather make the pick now anyway.

I think if we lose the TBL pick this year, we probably make one long term free agent acquisition. If we make that pick this year, we probably stick with stop gap measures.

We don't get the TBL until 2026? Or does NSH have their's push to 2026 and we get 2025? I honestly don't know. Asking to see if you do know.

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Jan. 27 at 2:19 p.m.

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Yeah. They haven't before. But, like I said before, there was some sort of announcement from the government either encouraging or requiring players to stay for some set amount of time. Might be in anticipation of sociopolitical issues, Ukraine, Israel/the middle east, etc. Things aren't looking good, and it's the kind of authoritarian move Putin would probably make.

I had a very good friend who after a brief stint in the NHL and a couple seasons in the AHL went to play in the KHL to cash in. It was interesting to hear from the Russian players their perspectives. At least, back 15 years ago, the other issue was actually getting paid the contract amount in the KHL especially for international players, my friend left after a season and went to play in Germany where he made less than the contract in the KHL but since they didn't pay him in full actual cash was more...both cases significantly more than the AHL. The other strange thing with the KHL is they would have strict curfews and they were followed in their personal time...it was a very uncomfortable situation for the international players...he and a couple guys from Canada. That said, when he went to Germany he was the top 2 players on the team and local hero in Cologne...had a great run there and made a lot of money ($900K a year at the time plus free housing, daily food costs covered, and a car) for not being able to stick in the NHL.

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Jan. 27 at 2:21 p.m.

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We don't get the TBL until 2026? Or does NSH have their's push to 2026 and we get 2025? I honestly don't know. Asking to see if you do know.

There is no language within the conditions that would indicate that in either trade. My understanding was always that the deal in the Hagel trade was the 23 turns into a 25, and the 24 turns into a 26.

Jan. 27 at 2:22 p.m.

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Yeah. They haven't before. But, like I said before, there was some sort of announcement from the government either encouraging or requiring players to stay for some set amount of time. Might be in anticipation of sociopolitical issues, Ukraine, Israel/the middle east, etc. Things aren't looking good, and it's the kind of authoritarian move Putin would probably make.

This isn't entirely true. It's not super prolific, but Ivan Fedetov was detained for "evading military service". Essentially he was drafted and he still tried to come over to the US for Flyers training camp. He's playing this year for CSKA Moscow...so I'm assuming things must be "all good"??? But you just never know. I certianly don't have ALL the details. He didn't "dissapear". He's playing. Just still in Russia.

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Jan. 27 at 2:39 p.m.

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Quoting: ChiHawk

I had a very good friend who after a brief stint in the NHL and a couple seasons in the AHL went to play in the KHL to cash in. It was interesting to hear from the Russian players their perspectives. At least, back 15 years ago, the other issue was actually getting paid the contract amount in the KHL especially for international players, my friend left after a season and went to play in Germany where he made less than the contract in the KHL but since they didn't pay him in full actual cash was more...both cases significantly more than the AHL. The other strange thing with the KHL is they would have strict curfews and they were followed in their personal time...it was a very uncomfortable situation for the international players...he and a couple guys from Canada. That said, when he went to Germany he was the top 2 players on the team and local hero in Cologne...had a great run there and made a lot of money ($900K a year at the time plus free housing, daily food costs covered, and a car) for not being able to stick in the NHL.

That's interesting. I was under the impression there was a lot of partying and stuff of that nature going on in the KHL. I can imagine it'd be pretty uncomfortable, though. Did you read Laz's article recently along those lines?

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