Honored Ice Hockey Coach of Russia Vladimir Krikunov believes that the departure of the defender Igor Ozhiganov Since S.K.A. was expected because he was not playing at his best level.
On Monday, Dynamo Moscow announced the transfer of Ozhiganov from SKA, the St. Petersburg club received monetary compensation in return.
“Honestly, this exchange demanded it. Igor is a strong defender, but he hasn’t been playing his best lately, he’s played beyond his strength in the playoffs. Most likely, he sat in the same place. And in SKA, you always have to give 100%, Rotenberg is very demanding of the players in terms of dedication.
At Dynamo, Igor has to restart, besides he will play in his hometown – I think it’s good for all parties that everything turned out like this. SKA launched a heavy contract, discharged the payroll without losing any positions – the team now has enough right-handed defenders. Experienced Zemchenok and Sergeev are able to replace Igor, in addition, there is a young and promising Fedotov, – said Krikunov “Championship”.
Last season, Ozhiganov scored 37 (11+26) points in 62 regular season games in the KHL, adding 7 (2+5) points in 15 playoff games.
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Source : MatchTV
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