Post by Mark - Bruins on Mar 19, 2012 10:17:12 GMT -5
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Alex Radulov will rejoin Boston Bruins after KHL contract resolution, agent confirms
"Last week, we kept you updated about the situation surrounding Alex Radulov's return to the Boston Bruins. On Monday morning, there's now an official word — Alexander Radulov will rejoin the Bruins for the remainder of the season (at least).
This morning, Radulov's Russian agent Yuri Nikolaev confirmed on the record that the Russian forward is indeed coming back to the NAFHL. In an exclusive with Pavel Lysenkov of Sovetsky Sport, Nikolaev said that "the matter has been resolved within the framework of the KHL Regulations. Alexander is leaving for Boston."
It will still be interesting to see how both sides got around certain provisions of the League regulations. But Nikolaev said "you can say that the contract has been bought out.
"Ufa [Salavat Yulaev] didn't go for the termination of contract by mutual consent. Radulov submitted a written request to leave [unilaterally]," he said. "He is losing his KHL salary that must be paid to him until April 30. But the Ufa club is keeping rights to the player. Radulov has contractual obligations with Salavat for the 2012-2013 season."
Radulov flew from Moscow to Ufa yesterday. While there was some thought that he'd have to rejoin Salavat Yulaev for the off-ice workouts -- KHL teams keep players practicing, having workouts even after a team bows out of the playoffs until April 30, the final day of any player's contract -- Radulov was there to pack his belongings.
Nikolaev explained: "There is a certain procedure that we didn't violate. Radulov spoke with the head coach Vener Safin, GM Oleg Gross, General Director Rustam Ishalin. He had to thank people for their work.
"Again, [Radulov] took the opportunity to satisfy his remaining contract in the NAFHL. Everything has been done cleanly and honestly. It does not appear as an escape. This is a civilized parting of ways as a result of personal finances. If Alexander had wanted to run off, he would have done it right after getting knocked out of the Gagarin Cup."
The most intriguing part is that it was not Radulov himself who bought out the remainder of this year's contract. (Radulov is signed in the KHL through next summer). Nikolaev made it very clear, but at the same time he did not want to disclose who the rich "benefactor" was."
Rumor has it that Boston's general manager, Mark, is the benevolent individual and shrewd businessman who cleared the path for Radulov's return. When reached for comment, GM Mark responded "The Bruins organization is happy to welcome back a key player from our 2008 championship team. We look forward to seeing him help us win many more championships in the future."
Radulov's return helps strengthen the Bruins' young core and will speed up their rebuilding process. Including Jordan Eberle, Tyler Seguin, and Nathan Horton, Boston now sports one of the league's most dangerous group of keeper RWs. The future looks bright for the black and yellow as they hope to push for the playoffs, and maybe more, as early as next season.
Alex Radulov will rejoin Boston Bruins after KHL contract resolution, agent confirms
"Last week, we kept you updated about the situation surrounding Alex Radulov's return to the Boston Bruins. On Monday morning, there's now an official word — Alexander Radulov will rejoin the Bruins for the remainder of the season (at least).
This morning, Radulov's Russian agent Yuri Nikolaev confirmed on the record that the Russian forward is indeed coming back to the NAFHL. In an exclusive with Pavel Lysenkov of Sovetsky Sport, Nikolaev said that "the matter has been resolved within the framework of the KHL Regulations. Alexander is leaving for Boston."
It will still be interesting to see how both sides got around certain provisions of the League regulations. But Nikolaev said "you can say that the contract has been bought out.
"Ufa [Salavat Yulaev] didn't go for the termination of contract by mutual consent. Radulov submitted a written request to leave [unilaterally]," he said. "He is losing his KHL salary that must be paid to him until April 30. But the Ufa club is keeping rights to the player. Radulov has contractual obligations with Salavat for the 2012-2013 season."
Radulov flew from Moscow to Ufa yesterday. While there was some thought that he'd have to rejoin Salavat Yulaev for the off-ice workouts -- KHL teams keep players practicing, having workouts even after a team bows out of the playoffs until April 30, the final day of any player's contract -- Radulov was there to pack his belongings.
Nikolaev explained: "There is a certain procedure that we didn't violate. Radulov spoke with the head coach Vener Safin, GM Oleg Gross, General Director Rustam Ishalin. He had to thank people for their work.
"Again, [Radulov] took the opportunity to satisfy his remaining contract in the NAFHL. Everything has been done cleanly and honestly. It does not appear as an escape. This is a civilized parting of ways as a result of personal finances. If Alexander had wanted to run off, he would have done it right after getting knocked out of the Gagarin Cup."
The most intriguing part is that it was not Radulov himself who bought out the remainder of this year's contract. (Radulov is signed in the KHL through next summer). Nikolaev made it very clear, but at the same time he did not want to disclose who the rich "benefactor" was."
Rumor has it that Boston's general manager, Mark, is the benevolent individual and shrewd businessman who cleared the path for Radulov's return. When reached for comment, GM Mark responded "The Bruins organization is happy to welcome back a key player from our 2008 championship team. We look forward to seeing him help us win many more championships in the future."
Radulov's return helps strengthen the Bruins' young core and will speed up their rebuilding process. Including Jordan Eberle, Tyler Seguin, and Nathan Horton, Boston now sports one of the league's most dangerous group of keeper RWs. The future looks bright for the black and yellow as they hope to push for the playoffs, and maybe more, as early as next season.
So exciting.
You better make that pick or trade it! I'm excited to see if we can use up all the draft picks this year.