It’s been in the wind for weeks, but today the Dallas Stars made it official. Right wing and 2013 first-round pick Valeri Nichushkin is back after two years with CSKA Moscow in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).
GM Jim Nill finally announced Val’s new deal today, which secures his services for two years at a $2.95 million AAV:
“We are excited to welcome Val back to the Dallas Stars,” Nill said. “Over his past two seasons in the KHL and with the national team, he has continued his growth and development as a hockey player.