When the New York Islanders drafted Ilya Sorokin in the 3rd round of the 2014 Draft (78th overall) there wasn’t much fanfare. Since then it’s changed dramatically. Islander fans can’t wait for the athletic goalie to come join the team.
KHL Issues
The KHL is going through a real rough stretch and the players in the league have to be concerned for a variety of reasons. The KHL just contracted the league by one and they also announced there will be 6-month salary delays. In addition, the league will cut three more teams for the 2018-19 season.