With NHL out, Russia wants players back in KHL for Olympics (Sports Betting News)

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, center, of Russia, and center Lars Eller, left, of Denmark, congratulate goalie Philipp Grubauer, of Germany, after he stopped the Colorado Avalanche in the third period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday, March 29, 2017, in Denver. The Capitals won 5-3. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Russia is hoping the lure of playing in the Olympics draws some players back home to the Kontinental Hockey League. The Russian Hockey Federation said Wednesday it will try to keep KHL players from leaving for North America and attempt to bring NHL free agents back this summer. ”In Russia, all the necessary conditions will be created to grow their skill and readiness to play for the national team,” board chairman Arkady Rotenberg said in a statement.

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