Kovalchuk will clear unconditional waivers at noon … will anyone be interested in signing him?
Dennis Bernstein: Los Angeles Kings statement on Ilya Kovalchuk.
“Ilya Kovalchuk has left the team and been placed on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract with the club.”
Chris Johnston: Kovalchuk received a $2.65 million bonus on Sunday. He’s giving up about $400,000 for the remainder this season and $4.25 million next year.
Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: At noon today Ilya Kovalchuk will be an unrestricted free agent.