CSKA FC completed a trade with Metallurg, bolstering their squad with an accomplished striker
**CSKA Moscow Strengthens Roster with Key Signings and Transfers**
CSKA Moscow is gearing up for the new season with a series of strategic moves, including the signing of new players and the appointment of a new coach. Here's a rundown of the latest developments at the Russian club.
**Spencer Martin Joins as Goaltender**
CSKA has secured the services of Canadian goaltender Spencer Martin, who has signed a two-year contract with the club. This marks Martin's first foray into overseas hockey after spending the last decade in various North American leagues, including the NHL, AHL, and ECHL. Martin's previous NHL stints were with the Hurricanes, Lightning, Canucks, and Avalanche.
**Egor Sokolov Set to Join the Ranks**
Russian winger Egor Sokolov is expected to join CSKA after spending the previous season with the AHL affiliate of the Utah Grizzlies. Sokolov, a 2020 second-round pick by the Senators, has struggled to find consistent form in the AHL, leading to his decision to return to Russia for the first time since 2016-17.
**Igor Nikitin Takes the Helm as Coach**
Igor Nikitin has been appointed as the new coach of CSKA, a move that signals the club's serious ambitions for the new season. However, there is currently no information available about the details of his appointment.
**Roster Bolstering Through Swap and Departures**
In a significant move, CSKA and "Metallurg" have swapped forwards, with Ruslan Iskhakov moving to Magnitogorsk in exchange for Denis Zernov. Iskhakov, aged 24, played 65 games last season for CSKA, tallying 31 points (13 goals + 18 assists). Zernov, aged 29, brings a wealth of KHL experience to CSKA, having played 580 games with "Lada," "Avangard," and "Metallurg."
Meanwhile, defenseman Christian Jaros and goalie Ivan Prosvetov have left CSKA to join the Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames, respectively. Russian sniper Shabanov has also signed with the "New York Islanders," while "Ak Bars" has signed two North American legionnaires, Kalinuk and Biro.
These moves, along with the new signings and coaching appointment, are part of CSKA's extensive offseason roster bolstering as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Bookmakers across European leagues are buzzing about CSKA Moscow's recent signings, as the Russian club has shown ambition in strengthening their roster for the upcoming football season. With the addition of Spencer Martin, a North American goalkeeper, and the potential arrival of Egor Sokolov, a Russian winger, CSKA is poised to make waves in international sports.
