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Originally Posted by bax
I'm no expert on Rafikov, but I find it surprising that so many are bashing him because "he may never come to North America". Wasn't there a couple articles last off season where he was quoted that the NHL was his dream and that he just wants to honor his Russian contract before making the commitment to come over?
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Thank you! Rafikov signing with the KHL should be the least of our worries. Our defensive depth is insane, and Rafikov would be getting time as the number 5-7 in Stockton. But he clearly stated he wanted to come here! And his upside is better than kulak guys come on. He's a better player right now and will be a better player. I like kulak but I don't think Rafikov would be in the ECHL and if he was I believe he would be better than kulak.