Yaroslav Askarov
PHOTOS: Milwaukee Admirals vs. Texas Stars – 04/06/2024
CEDAR PARK, Texas – Saturday night, the visiting Milwaukee Admirals defeated the Texas Stars 4-3 thanks to three unanswered goals in the third period. In the first period, Matej Blumel added to his team-leading goals total with a wrist shot from the right-wing circle that beat Yaroslav Askarov high blocker side, giving the Stars an […]
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Will Saros Stay in Smashville Next Season?
With the recent dramatic success of the Nashville Predators and their historic game point run, it’s hard to even imagine talking about trading key players in the off-season. However, it’s never too early nor too late to talk about making strategic trade moves and no doubt General Manager Barry Trotz will have something up his […]
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When Can Newly-Drafted Prospects Break Through Into The NHL?
When do or can prospects make the jump to the NHL/AHL level? Most NHL prospects take 3-5 years post-draft to reach the NHL, with less than a third of first-rounders making an NHL team. Factors like skill development and individual progression dictate the timeline. Additionally, a strict NHL-CHL agreement impacts where prospects can play, depending on age. Any player under the age of 20 is ineligible to play in the AHL. NHL Entry Draft intricacies, entry-level contracts, Russian political issues and AHL stints shape a prospect’s journey.
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