Bob McKenzie of TSN.ca: Pavel Datsyuk reiterated his declaration that the SKA portion of his career was done. This led to some speculation that the Detroit Red Wings may be the next stop. However, Daniel Milstein, his agent, and Datsyuk were getting together while he was in Michigan. The destination appears to still be in Mother Russia.
Avtomobilist Yakaterinburg looks like the next place Datsyuk will lace up his skates for. It makes sense given that is where he grew up. There lies a slight chance Datsyuk might change his mind. Alas, that may be wishful thinking for the Detroit faithful.