Player from "Avangard" renews agreement, sees reduction in wages
In a recent development, 22-year-old ice hockey goaltender Danila Chaika has seen a significant change in his contract with Avangard, as confirmed by a report today. The specifics of the new agreement, including his salaries for both the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) and the VHL, have been made public.
According to the reports, Chaika will now earn 14.4 million rubles less per season in the KHL compared to his previous contract, marking a reduction of 20%. However, the exact details about his salary in the VHL have not been disclosed.
Chaika's journey with Avangard began on December 16, 2024, when he signed a two-year contract with the club. His performances in the VHL after signing the two-way contract remain undisclosed.
During the 2024/2025 season, Chaika played 7 games in the KHL without scoring a goal or making an assist. In the Gagarin Cup playoffs, he played 9 games, adding one point to his tally. Despite this, his performance in the playoffs ended with a -2 plus/minus rating.
The exact reason for Chaika's departure from Avangard and the changes in his contract have not been specified in the article. It is worth noting that the initial report about his two-way contract with Omsk club was made by the Telegram channel "KHL Transfers | HOCKEY".
For those seeking precise details on Chaika's contract updates and salary figures, it is recommended to check official KHL or Avangard announcements, trusted sports news sources, or the team's official website. These sources would provide verified contract updates and the latest information on Danila Chaika's career.
Despite the reduction in his KHL salary, Danila Chaika's contract with Avangard still involves a non-disclosed salary in the VHL. The NHL, though not mentioned, remains an uncertain future for hockey player Danila Chaika.
