Latest Kirill Kaprizov #97 news, stats, photos & videos on MSN Sports Kirill Kaprizov won't be making his way to the National Hockey League next season. However, the left winger has yet to make his NHL debut, instead spending the five seasons following his draft playing in the KHL.But the 23-year-old may be getting close to signing a deal with the Wild and beginning his NHL career. July has arrived, and more of the sports world is preparing to return after shutting down in mid-March because of the coronavirus pandemic. "The power and strength he generates from his lower half alleviates those size concerns for me, and no matter how you reason, he knows how to score," Peters wrote, while also praising his "excellent" hand skills.In 2018-19, Rossi tallied 65 points (29 goals and 36 assists) over 53 games for Ottawa. The situation is fluid, although it appears unlikely the five-time KHL All-Star will be on the ice for the Wild this summer. Kirill Kaprizov is officially on his way to MinnesotaVisa complications mean the exact time Kaprizov will join the Wild is unclear.Wilderness Walk: We have undeniable proof that Kirill Kaprizov existsYour daily dose of Wild news, along with other interesting stories from around the NHL.Kirill Kaprizov working on getting to U.S., joining WildThe 23-year-old Russian star had a news conference with Twin Cities media via Zoom on Wednesday.Kirill Kaprizov working on getting to U.S., joining WildThe 23-year-old Russian star had a news conference with Twin Cities media via Zoom on Wednesday. He is not eligible to suit up for the playoffs, though he can practice with the team during this short training camp. NEWS: The #mnwild announced the club has signed forward Kirill Kaprizov to a two-year, entry-level contract starting with the 2019-20 season. "Kaprizov has spent the past three seasons playing for CSKA Moscow, and his points total has increased each year. If he signs now, however, he may not be in action this summer.As Russo pointed out, that would allow Minnesota to get Kaprizov under contract for 2020-21 but would also mean he's a year closer to becoming a free agent. The two-year deal will start for the 2019-20 season, meaning Kaprisov will burn the first season without actually playing. Live updates: Minnesota COVID-19 cases, ... Russian forward Kirill Kaprizov inked a two-year, entry-level deal with the team that technically begins in the 2019-2020 season. Kaprizov signed a two-year, entry level contract with the Wild on Monday, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. Stay up to date with NHL player news, rumors, updates, social feeds, analysis and more at FOX Sports. It seems like the Wild really screwed the proverbial pooch on the Kirill Kaprizov situation. He posted career-best numbers during the 2019-20 campaign, tallying 29 assists and a league-best 33 goals over 57 games. The wait is over. Latest News Stories.
But it's not a lack of skill that will keep the Minnesota Wild prospect away another season. He won't be eligible to play until the 2020-21 season.