Shanghai Dragons Strengthen Roster for 2025 Season
Shanghai's Dragons have welcomed five new players to their team as they prepare for their debut with their revamped brand.
In the world of ice hockey, the Shanghai Dragons have been making waves with their recent roster changes and rebranding. The team, formerly known as Kunlun Red Star, has relocated to St. Petersburg, Russia, with plans to eventually return to Shanghai.
New Signings
The Shanghai Dragons have bolstered their team with several new additions. Defenseman Joseph Duszak and forwards Max Ellis, Nate Sucese, Riley Sutter, and Ivan Chekhovich have signed one-year contracts. Chekhovich, however, has inked a two-year agreement with the team.
Alexander Burmistrov, Borna Rendulic (forwards), and Adam Clendening (defenseman) have also joined the ranks of the Shanghai Dragons. The specific details about the contracts of Patrick Rybár, Jake Bischoff, Alexander Bryntsev, Heath Quinn, and Pavel Akolzin remain undisclosed.
Rebranding and Relocation
This move marks a significant change in the team's structure and identity. The Shanghai Dragons are now the rebranded version of Kunlun Red Star. The relocation to St. Petersburg is temporary, with the team aiming to return to Shanghai in the future.
Roster Dynamics
At present, the Shanghai Dragons do not have any players born in China on their roster, and the connection to the Chinese Ice Hockey Association is unclear.
Competitive Ambitions
The Shanghai Dragons are aiming high for the upcoming season, with aspirations to compete for high places in the Fonbet Championship of the KHL. This will be their first tournament under their new brand. The Fonbet Championship is set to commence on September 5.
While there are ongoing discussions about how Kaprizov and Mackinnon's contracts could impact the NHL market, the Shanghai Dragons are focused on their own competitive journey. With their strengthened team, they are poised to make a significant impact in the world of ice hockey.
Recently, the agent Live revealed details about a player's departure from "Salavat Yulaev". As the Shanghai Dragons continue to shape their team and prepare for their return to Shanghai, fans and analysts alike are eager to see what the future holds for this dynamic team.
Bookmakers are anticipating an exciting season for the rebranded Shanghai Dragons, as they have signed talented players such as Joseph Duszak, Max Ellis, Nate Sucese, Riley Sutter, and Ivan Chekhovich, with the latter securing a two-year contract. Moreover, the Dragons have demonstrated their ambition to compete for high places in the Fonbet Championship of the KHL, particularly in ice hockey sports.
