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Kuznetsov Joins KHL After Maple Leafs Miss Out

10/2/2025

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Evgeny Kuznetsov (NHL forward) signed a one-year contract with Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the KHL.
He had a season with SKA St. Petersburg, scoring 37 points in 39 games.
Kuznetsov's NHL career includes 743 games, 575 points, and a Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals.
The Toronto Maple Leafs missed signing him due to roster and salary-cap constraints, amid off-ice concerns.

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Story summary

Evgeny Kuznetsov (NHL forward) signed a one-year contract with Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the KHL.
He had a season with SKA St. Petersburg, scoring 37 points in 39 games.
Kuznetsov's NHL career includes 743 games, 575 points, and a Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals.
The Toronto Maple Leafs missed signing him due to roster and salary-cap constraints, amid off-ice concerns.