This event holds significant importance for several reasons. Firstly, it demonstrates the young player's loyalty to his current team, showcasing his positive attitude.
Lastly, this decision bodes well for his future in the NHL and with the Canadiens, as SKA players are often difficult to lure to North America.
Drafted 110th overall in the 2023 NHL draft, Konyushkov has significantly increased his value since then, with a solid performance of 28 points in 65 games in the KHL, along with an All-Star Game appearance.
