The Golden Knights signed forward Nikita Gusev to a one-year, entry level contract, the team announced Sunday.
Gusev, 26, is expected to practice with the team Monday and is eligible to play in the playoffs.
The Moscow, Russia, native recently wrapped up his Kontinental Hockey League season by losing in the conference finals with SKA St. Petersburg. Gusev had 82 points — the second-highest total in KHL history — in 62 games this season after being named the KHL MVP last year.
With his season over, he received his release from his KHL contract Friday. He now will be become a restricted free agent this summer and could then sign a long-term contract with the Knights starting July 1.