Andy Pred 48 337 Report post Posted May 2, 2017 I see his contract ended this year with his KHL side and I feel he made big improvements in his game and had a good post season to. I'm hoping the Wings offer him a 2way deal with the Griffins for next year. Looking at a recent interview with him that was his target and then to fight for a place during camp. He could be a good 4th line role player with Nosek and add some much needed size to our checking line. He has dropped the gloves but is not a renowned fighter. But at 6'5" and 230lb he would be a deterrent to most opposing agitators. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickieDunn 2,571 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 why come here and play in the minors when he can make more money in the KHL and be in his own country? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Pred 48 337 Report post Posted May 4, 2017 16 hours ago, DickieDunn said: why come here and play in the minors when he can make more money in the KHL and be in his own country? Originally i would say ambition DD, but as you point out money seems the big factor these days. He's an intriguing prospect for sure and if I'm honest I think he'll be a casualty of the 50 contract issue. It would be a shame not too get a look at him either in camp or in the minors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickieDunn 2,571 Report post Posted May 5, 2017 If he could come over and make an NHL team, I think he might do it. But if he's not good enough, or if he'd just be a bit player, most guys would rather be a top end player at home than a 3rd liner in the NHL. That's pretty much across the board for Europeans, which is why you don't see many Miller/Glendening level Russians or Swedes or whatever. I don't really blame them, either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keep Your Stick On the Ice 67 Report post Posted June 17, 2017 On 5/3/2017 at 0:07 PM, DickieDunn said: why come here and play in the minors when he can make more money in the KHL and be in his own country? Well getting paid consistently for one.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites