Russian Goalie Prospect Sergei Ivanov to Remain in KHL for Another Season In a move that will likely shape the future of his NHL career, Columbus Blue Jackets goalie prospect Sergei Ivanov has been loaned back to SKA St. Petersburg of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) for another season. As previously reported, the 20-year-old Ivanov was signed to an entry-level contract by the Blue Jackets, but it appears that the team is giving him more time to develop his skills in the KHL. By staying with SKA St. Petersburg, Ivanov will have the opportunity to refine his game with one of the league's top teams and gain valuable experience before potentially joining the Blue Jackets in the future. This decision suggests that the Blue Jackets are taking a patient approach to Ivanov's development, prioritizing his growth over a rushed entry into the NHL.

On July 13, we covered reports indicating that despite signing an entry-level contract, Columbus Blue Jackets goalie prospect Sergei Ivanov would be loaned back to Russia so he could spend one more season developing in the KHL with SKA St. Petersburg. Today, the KHL made Ivanov’s move back to St. Petersburg for an additional season […]