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Nikolishin: Neftekhimik Deserve to Be Taken Seriously
World champion Andrei Nikolishin praised Neftekhimik's attacking hockey after a 15-point start from 10 games left them atop the KHL Eastern Conference.
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KHL Moves Admiral vs Neftekhimik Kickoff Time
The Fonbet Championship reset match No. 93 in Vladivostok to a 19:00 local start on 27 September, the second schedule shift for Neftekhimik in two days.
Larionov Explains What He Wants From Glotov at SKA
SKA coach Igor Larionov says he'll speak one-on-one with Vasily Glotov, urging the on-loan Traktor forward to convert his high work rate into goals and assists.
Grigorenko: Traktor Must Learn How to Win
After a 3-4 home loss to SKA, Grigorenko and coach Gordon addressed Traktor's finishing woes as the club sits last in the East standings.
Afanasyev: Avangard Built Squad to Chase Gagarin Cup
Forward Yegor Afanasyev says Avangard's roster is strong enough to compete for the Gagarin Cup, crediting sharper structure and expecting injured players to return soon.
Grishin hails Neftekhimik's scoring after 6:3 win over Barys
Neftekhimik's coach credited a strong second period and improved finishing for the KHL win, noting the team no longer struggles to score like it did last season.
SKA Edge Past Traktor 4:3 on the Road
Larionov's side won 4:3 at Traktor after a ten-day break, their sixth win in seven games this season, and now head to Kazakhstan.
Scott Gordon Praises Russian Anthem After Traktor Win
Traktor's Canadian coach Scott Gordon said he enjoys hearing Russia's anthem, after his team beat Dinamo Moscow 2-1 in overtime to snap a three-game losing skid.
Kugryshev Reaches 900 KHL Games for Lada
The 36-year-old forward hit the milestone against Dinamo Minsk, becoming only the ninth player in KHL history to reach 900 games.
Lukin, Belkin Fight as Dinamo Minsk Rout Lada 5:1
Dinamo defenceman Aleksandr Lukin and Lada forward Bogdan Belkin traded punches in the third period of a lopsided KHL clash, both drawing five-minute penalties.
Sochi Fall to Shanghai Dragons, 8th Loss in 9 KHL Games
Sochi lost 1:4 to Shanghai Dragons under coach Andrei Mironov, sitting 11th in the West with just 2 points from 9 games this season.
Vyazovoy Shuts Out Torpedo as Salavat Yulaev Win 3:0
Semyon Vyazovoy saved all 27 shots as Salavat Yulaev beat Torpedo 3:0, extending Viktor Kozlov's side to 4 wins in 5 games and 3rd place in the East.
Boucher: Avangard's 1:5 loss to Metallurg not down to injuries
Avangard coach Guy Boucher blames structure and discipline, not injuries, for the 1:5 defeat by Metallurg, saying the score was 1:3 without empty-net goals.
Gatiyatulin: Ak Bars still taking shape after 2-1 loss to Metallurg
Ak Bars coach Anvar Gatiyatulin says his young side lacks KHL experience after losing at Metallurg, and awaits news on injured Galimov and Katelevsky.
Metallurg beat Avangard 5-1 for fifth straight KHL win
Nikita Mikhailis scored twice as Metallurg beat Avangard 5-1 and stayed first in the KHL East with 17 points from 10 games; Avangard lost a fourth time in five.
KHL names Zhafyarov, Samoylov, Miromanov players of the week
Zhafyarov had 8 points in three games, Samoylov won all three starts, Miromanov scored SKA's winner over Traktor, and Solovyov was top rookie.
Spartak extend defenceman Nikolai Dronov's contract through 2030
The 18-year-old defenceman has played four KHL games this season, averaging 5:45 on ice, and signed a deal that runs to the end of the 2029/30 season.
Severstal coach Kozyrev: win over Sochi came on character
Andrei Kozyrev called the 3:1 home win over Sochi in the KHL hard but vital, and said promising new signing Chaly from Lokomotiv will get ice time.
KHL president Morozov backs RUSADA over Kamenev doping case
Alexei Morozov says Kamenev, banned 2 years for meldonium, could still play in the KHL this season if a club signs him by 25 January. Ban ends 15 March 2027.
Tambiev after 1-3 loss: Dynamo would bench leaders if depth allowed
Dynamo coach Leonid Tambiev says trades are off the table after the home loss to Salavat Yulaev and demands leaders deliver on the ice, citing cheap penalties.
Ak Bars coach Gatiyatulin: Galimov likely needs hand surgery
Ak Bars forward Artyom Galimov may need an operation on his hand, and the club will look at internal options and possible transfers while he is out.
Morozov: KHL wants a year to discuss pre-game shootout idea
KHL president Alexei Morozov says the league wants a year to discuss the pre-game shootout with clubs, and the sharp reaction did not surprise him.
Plyushchev slams Dynamo's 'cowardly hockey' under Tambiev
Former Russia coach Vladimir Plyushchev says Dynamo play cowardly hockey and that Leonid Tambiev shows provincial complexes after 10 points in 10 games.
SKA beat Tractor 4-3 for third straight KHL win
Korotky and Miromanov each had a goal and an assist as SKA won in Chelyabinsk, their sixth win in seven games this season. Tractor have lost five of seven.