Scott Powers: Chicago Blackhawks prospect Max Shalunov signed a three-year deal with Lokomotiv of the KHL according to a source.
The source added that the contract does have an opt-out clause to return to the NHL after next season.
His agent said that they are hopeful that he can eventually sign with the Blackhawks.
Some notes on the top remaining RFAs
Luke Fox of Sportsnet: Looking at the remaining top restricted free agents and some notes on each.
1. Quinn Hughes – Vancouver Canucks – Preliminary talks are underway and he’s not offer sheet eligible.