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Report: Blackhawks offer contract to Russian winger Damir Zhafyarov

The Blackhawks have reportedly made an offer to right wing Damir Zhafyarov, who plays for the KHL’s Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod. The Red Wings have also reportedly extended an offer.

According to Russian media outlet Sport-Express, the #Blackhawks have offered right wing Damir Zhafyarov of Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod. https://t.co/UNNikazDHi

Zhafyarov, who will be 27 on March 17, ranks third in scoring in the #KHL with 58 points (20G, 38A) in 54 games.— Brandon Cain (@brandonmcain) February 17, 2021

From Sport-Express writer Nikolai Lemtyugov: “There is information that Zhafyarov is determined to go to North America.