Ice hockey
Kuznetsov Just Needs Time at Sibir, Says Agent
Shumi Babaev downplays concerns over Yevgeni Kuznetsov's slow start at Sibir, citing a minor injury and the need to adjust to the coach's tactics.
Ice hockey
Shumi Babaev downplays concerns over Yevgeni Kuznetsov's slow start at Sibir, citing a minor injury and the need to adjust to the coach's tactics.
Lokomotiv edged Sibir 2:1 as Kvartalnov flagged a wasteful power play, while Lyuzenkov cited poor conversion and gave an update on Kuznetsov's injury return.
Sibir's coach blasted a wasted power play and passive defending from Kuznetsov and Beck following the 0:3 defeat to Neftekhimik.
After a 0:3 loss to Neftekhimik, Sibir forward Yevgeni Kuznetsov rejected claims of a divided squad, insisting the team stays united.
Sibir coach Yaroslav Lyuzenkov admits he has no solution yet for Yevgeni Kuznetsov, whose penalties keep costing the team after his own goals.
Yevgeni Kuznetsov netted his first goal on home ice for Sibir, but the team still fell 2:5 to Avtomobilist in the KHL Fonbet Championship.
Sport-Express pundits compare Metallurg defender Yegor Yakovlev's captaincy turmoil to the emotional fallout of Yevgeni Kuznetsov's departure from the club.
Salavat Yulaev's general manager said the club couldn't rely on Yevgeni Kuznetsov all season and lacked funds for a backup centre, despite his impact on the ice.
Sibir forward Yevgeni Kuznetsov was caught on referee microphones insisting he scored a disputed goal against Ak Bars, citing his $1,000 bonus.
Three-time Stanley Cup winner Sergei Fedorov says Yevgeni Kuznetsov's skill is unquestionable, with motivation and fitness now key to his form at Sibir.