It looks as though Vladislav Kotkov is coming to North America - but it's not to Saint John. At least not yet.
Kotkov, a San Jose Sharks prospect, has been listed on the training camp roster of the AHL's San Jose Barracuda. The overage forward, who turned 21 last week, was acquired by the Sea Dogs during the off-season but has not been able to make his way to Saint John due to travel restrictions.
According to the Barracuda's website, training camp began on Monday and concludes on Feb. 4. The camp will include seven pre-season games, the first of which will be played next Tuesday against the San Diego Gulls.
Kotkov appeared in one AHL game at the end of the 2018-19 season, recording a goal. The Russian forward recorded 22 goals and 24 assists in 51 regular season games with the Chicoutimi Sagueneens last season and was expected to be a key veteran in Saint John's lineup this year. Hopefully, if Kotkov isn't able to crack the AHL lineup, his presence in San Jose will make it easier for him to make his way to Saint John. We'll see what happens.
The Syracuse Crunch, meanwhile, have added Shawinigan Cataractes forward - and former Moncton Wildcat - Gabriel Fortier to their roster. The 20-year-old had eight points in 13 games with Moncton prior to the shutdown.
Gabriel Fortier to Syracuse of the AHL. Moncton returns 2022 3rd to Shawinigan. Future 1st round pick that was “frozen”, is now available for Shawinigan to deal if they chose. #DefendTheDen https://t.co/2vCWGWKw7z
— Denis Leblanc (@DenisL_1981) January 12, 2021
The AHL plans to start a shortened season on Feb. 5.
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