Preds Parting Ways With Radulov

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Preds Parting Ways With Radulov - Nashville Predators - Features

And so it appears what has been one of the most drawn-out sagas in recent hockey memory is closing a chapter. Alexander Radulov and the Nashville Predators are to part ways according to General Manager David Poile.

Radulov always represented the carrot that could lead Nashville to great heights. The player who, at the peak of his game, can be a difference-maker. And in a way was a bit of the “prodigal son” parable. But things didn’t shake out the way Nashville would have liked, and so the decision has come down to part ways.

What it realistically means for the Preds is that whatever money it would have taken to bring Radulov back into the fold and sign him to a term that would keep him happy and in North America can now be aimed at both Preds players needing to be re-signed and potential free agents as well. Indeed it might also help the Predators, which is without a first round draft pick this year, recoup that and more.

At the end of it all, it’s a good thing that the Predators were able to make this decision now and put out some feelers. Let interested parties kick the tires and see what comes back. After all, a little competition could bring a few quality offers back for Nashville.

 

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Can't say I'm surprised or upset, really. The guy's talented, but he never really had any interest in being part of the Nashville Predators. The only reason he came back, was because of the Playoff position the Predators were in. I wish him the best wherever he ends up.

 

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Now they need to focus on trying to hold on to Weber an Sutter.

 

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Radulov signs contract with KHL's CSKA

2012 NHL free agency -- Alexander Radulov, formerly of Nashville Predators, signs with KHL's CSKA, agent says - ESPN