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Breaking Down Vyacheslav Voynov's Return to Avangard Omsk
After a brief sojourn, former Avangard player Vyacheslav Voynov will be back with the team, reportedly pocketing a 20 million ruble salary, according to Sport-Express journalist Mikhail Zislis.
Zislis, however, remains unimpressed, opining that Voynov's prowess appears to be on a downward spiral and his speed - a thing of the past. Yet, it's uncertain whether the aging veteran will offer any significant advantage to a team aiming for the Gagarin Cup.
Aging veterans might not fit neatly into a winning formula like "being faster, younger, bigger, and more aggressive." Zislis suggests that Avangard's decision to hire Voynov indicated a failure to secure better defenders. Left with no other choice, they had to opt for a level C backup option.
Critics, however, are divided. Some question whether Voynov can regain his past form, while others look forward to his return, expecting his experience and skill to bolster Avangard's defense and boost their chances in transition plays.
It's worth mentioning that Voynov has previously played for Avangard, notching up 42 points in 65 games during the 2019/2020 season. Last season, he played for Nizhny Novgorod "Torpedo," scoring 23 points in 53 games.
In essence, Voynov's return to Avangard presents a fascinating conundrum. While critics harbor doubts about the defender's physical readiness and ability to keep pace with the league, fans take a more hopeful stance, banking on his veteran leadership and strategic prowess[1].
Despite the doubts surrounding his physical readiness and ability to keep pace with the NHL, fans hope Voynov's veteran leadership and strategic prowess will bolster Avangard's defense and boost their chances in transition sports, like hockey. Previously, Voynov played for Avangard in the 2019/2020 season, excelling with 42 points in 65 games.
