Vladimir Tarasenko, recently of the Detroit Red Wings, is mourning the sudden passing of his father Andrei Tarasenko at the age of 56, as reported by Hockey News Hub.
Andrei Tarasenko left a significant legacy in Russian hockey with a career spanning over 20 years from 1984 to 2006, primarily playing for teams like SKA, Yaroslavl Torpedo, and Tolyatti Lada.
After retiring from playing, he joined the coaching staff of Sibir in 2008, contributing to their notable achievements, including bronze medals in the KHL.
HC Sibir's general manager, Lev Krutokhvostov, expressed profound sadness in a statement, emphasizing the loss of a close friend and accomplished hockey professional.
