The Ilya Kovalchuk speculation can officially be put to rest. It was announced on Saturday that Kovalchuk will sign with a Western Conference team, the Los Angeles Kings.
The Russian superstar is expected to sign a three-year contract with Los Angeles that’s worth $6.25 million (AAV).
Kovalchuk, 35, was close to signing a mega contract with the Kings back in 2010 when he was a UFA during his original NHL playing days. The thought was that he’d be a good fit with a then Cup-less Los Angeles squad, and his wife also showed interest in becoming an actress at the time.