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Varlamov Returns: Backup Role Uncertain After Surgery
8/7/2025
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- New York Islanders' goaltender Semyon Varlamov is set to lace up his skates next week, marking a hopeful return after knee surgery in December. However, his spot as Ilya Sorokin's backup hangs in the balance with David Rittich's recent signing. Varlamov's previous season was a struggle, posting a 3-4-3 record and a .889 save percentage in just 10 games.
