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Ivan Demidov was back on his team’s third line today for a game against Neftekhimik. He skated alongside Evgeny Kuznetsov. How did the Habs prospect celebrate the fact that his coach has allowed him to play more than he has lately?

NHL News / Dose.ca / October 15

Training: Ivan Demidov didn’t wear a fourth-line jersey

Ivan Demidov’s playing time will be the talk of the town this season. Seeing him play on a fourth line or as a 13th forward has happened a lot this season.

NHL News / Dose.ca / October 12

Ivan Demidov benched for almost half of his team’s game today

This morning, Ivan Demidov and the SKA were back in action. The youngster, whose playing time has been dwindling for some time now, had a reason to hope for a better fate today: Evgeny Kuznetsov was back in the line-up.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Hockey Unplugged / September 28

Evgeny Kuznetsov suffers major injury in the KHL

Kuznetsov has been playing with SKA St. Petersburg where he is teammates with Montreal Canadiens prospect Ivan Demidov and the controversial defenseman, Tony DeAngelo.

Evgeny Kuznetsov News / Blade of Steel / September 28

Evgeny Kuznetsov suffers long-term injury early in the KHL season

Evgeny Kuznetsov, who walked away from an NHL contract over the summer to return to Russia to play hockey, is facing a long recovery from an undisclosed injury.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Dose.ca / September 28

Bad news for Ivan Demidov and SKA: long-term injury to Evgeny Kuznetsov

Since the start of his KHL season with SKA St. Petersburg, the Habs’ top forward prospect, Ivan Demidov, has generally been getting his ice time on the third line.

NHL News / Hockey Unplugged / September 15

Ivan Demidov nets first KHL goal with help from Evgeny Kuznetsov (video)

Ivan Demidov was the fifth overall pick in the 2024 Entry Draft as the Montreal Canadiens were able to get one of the steals of the night. Since that time, it has been clear that Demidov would be spending the year in the KHL with St.

New York Rangers News / Oilersnation / August 15

NHL Notebook: Ryan Lindgren re-signs with Rangers, ending last of arbitration cases

There have been signings galore the past two days. With the Rangers agreeing to a one-year deal with defenceman Ryan Lindgren, all 14 arbitration cases have been settled for the pending restricted free agents.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Washington Hockey Now / July 31

Former Capital Evgeny Kuznetsov returns to KHL with SKA St. Petersburg

After his remaining NHL contract with the Carolina Hurricanes was terminated earlier this month and speculation appeared of a potential return to the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), forward Evgeny Kuznetsov has signed a four-year contract with SKA St.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Field Level Media / July 31

Evgeny Kuznetsov inks deal with KHL's SKA St. Petersburg

Former NHL center Evgeny Kuznetsov signed a four-year contract with SKA St. Petersburg, the KHL club announced Wednesday. The 32-year-old Russian returned home after 11 seasons with the Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes, who placed him on unconditional waivers two weeks ago for the purpose of terminating his contract.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / July 31

Evgeny Kuznetsov Officially Leaves NHL for KHL’s SKA St. Petersburg

Evgeny Kuznetsov‘s NHL career has come to an end as he signs a four-year deal with SKA St. Petersburg in the KHL. Kuznetsov, 32, joins one of the KHL’s wealthiest teams, also home to top prospect Alexander Nikishin.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / July 31

Evgeny Kuznetsov signs four-year contract with KHL’s SKA St. Petersburg

A former top scorer in the NHL is heading back home to Russia. On Wednesday, SKA St. Petersburg of the Kontinental Hockey League officially announced that forward Evgeny Kuznetsov has signed a four-year contract.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 31

NHL veteran signs four-year deal in Russia

As expected, veteran center Evgeny Kuznetsov is headed home to Russia. The 32-year-old has signed a four-year deal with SKA St. Petersburg of the Kontinental Hockey League, per the league.

NHL News / Washington Hockey Now / July 29

Former Capital Evgeny Kuznetsov still a free agent and looking back on his career

Former Washington Capitals forward Evgeny Kuznetsov is currently still an unrestricted free agent, after his contract with the Carolina Hurricanes was terminated earlier this month.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

Kuznetsov Never Seriously Considered by Maple Leafs or Other Contenders

Any talk that Evgeny Kuznetsov was likely on the radar of the Toronto Maple Leafs was put to rest on Thursday as Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reported that Kuznetsov is set to arrive in Russia this week and will likely sign a deal in the KHL.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Maple Leafs Should Target Evgeny Kuznetsov as Reclamation Project

The Toronto Maple Leafs are hoping they can make it back to the playoffs this season after an underwhelming finish to their 2023-24 campaign. Last season,

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL Trade Talk / July 23

Evgeny Kuznetsov Open to NHL Deal: Will a Team Offer Enough?

Former Carolina Hurricanes forward Evgeny Kuznetsov left the organization when the forward and the team mutually agreed to terminate his contract. Kuzentzov cleared waivers and became a free agent this week.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 23

Evgeny Kuznetsov still deciding between NHL and KHL

His agent, Shumi Babayev, shared with Olsya Usova of Russia’s RB Sport that Kuznetsov hasn’t ruled out a new NHL contract.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 17

Evgeny Kuznetsov's NHL career deserves more credit

Despite an inconsistent career, Kuznetsov deserves some praise for his Stanley Cup-winning efforts with the Washington Capitals — the team that drafted him in the first round in 2010.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 17

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / July 17

Carolina Hurricanes place Evgeny Kuznetsov on unconditional waivers

As reported by Daily Faceoff insider Frank Seravalli, the Carolina Hurricanes have placed Evgeny Kuznetsov on unconditional waivers on Wednesday for purposes of a mutual contract termination.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 15

Evgeny Kuznetsov’s agent refutes contract termination reports

On Monday, a report out of Russia indicated that forward Evgeny Kuznetsov was expected to terminate the last year of his contract with the Carolina Hurricanes to sign a four-year deal with SKA St. Petersburg of the Kontinental Hockey League.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / July 15

Agent refutes report of Ex-Capitals star heading back to KHL

Agent refutes report of Ex-Capitals star heading back to Russian KHL

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Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / March 3

Evgeny Kuznetsov assigned to AHL after clearing waivers

Evgeny Kuznetsov’s time with the Washington Capitals may end after a whirlwind of days. The Capitals placed Kuznetsov on waivers Saturday just hours after the forward got cleared to resume practicing by the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 3

Evgeny Kuznetsov clears waivers, becomes highest-salaried player in AHL history

Washington Capitals’ forward Evgeny Kuznetsov has cleared waivers and will report to the Hershey Bears in the AHL. The Russian forward has been having a down year and the team thinks he could use a stint in the minors.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / March 2

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