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9/16/2008 Slava Malamud

Simeon Varlamov: “Return? Only If They Totally Despise Me Here”

Just before Simeon Varlamov was almost forcibly dragged away from the skating drills by Alexander Ovechkin, the Russian National Team goalkeeper gave an interview with Sport Express, in which he clarified his immediate intentions and described how he is getting acclimatized. Let’s start with the most important question. Are you absolutely sure that you will play the entire season in North America? Even if you have to play in the AHL? (more…)

9/5/2008 P. Lysenkov

photo: P. lysenkov

I know everyone is clamoring for some “real” hockey news, and Lord knows I never wanted to be the Perez Hilton of hockey. So while waiting for the NHL season to start, I’ve decided to put in some news from the Russian KHL league. The article below appeared in the 5 September issue of Soviet Sport, and besides just being an interesting read on the state of the KHL, does have a slight Capital’s connection– Morozov’s mention that he really wanted to get a picture of himself with Fedorov, but only ended up with the official team photo. I certainly hope he gets the chance to meet up with Feds and get the picture. Anyway, enjoy some “real” hockey news. (more…)