Athletistic / Hockey. Washington Capitals captain and forward Alexander Ovechkin assessed forward Ivan Miroshnichenko’s first game as part of the Capitals. The 19-year-old Russian took the ice in the preseason match against the Detroit Red Wings (4:3).
In the meeting with the “red wings” Miroshnichenko scored two assists and was ultimately recognized as the second star of the meeting.
“Vanya gave two assists and had good chances to score. Were you nervous? (at that moment Ovechkin turned to Miroshnichenko and received the answer: “In the first period, emotions went off the rails ” – Rating Athletistic) The first period was emotional for him. But in the second and third twenty minutes, I think he kind of figured out what was going on, and I think overall he had a good game.
It’s great to see young players arriving at training camp in great shape. I think it’s very important for them to have this experience of playing with me, Oshie, Backström. It’s a good lesson, kind of a small step forward for them,” Ovechkin said according to The Hockey News.
Ivan Miroshnichenko graduated from Omsk Avangard. He left for North America before the start of this season.
Source: Sport
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