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Originally Posted by TheScorpion
Not a chance that package is landing Kovalchuk, but everything else I somewhat like. Really unsure about Yakupov, though... and to play him on the fourth line? Why not just keep Stajan?
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I just don't know about Kovalchuk. He hasn't been in the NHL for a long time. And who knows, he might only be signed for 1 year. I can't see a team gambling on a long term deal because he could just "retire" again, especially considering the pressure to represent team Russia.
I just can't see teams giving up an arm and a leg for him, knowing the risks involved with him.
With regards to Yakupov. Playing with energy has never been his issue. He has no problem moving his feet. It's his IQ thats holding him back. I think he would make a decent energy winger with a good release, and who knows, maybe he finds the right linemates to get him back to his rookie-year form