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sports2 years ago

"Alex Galchenyuk Seeks Help, Offers Apology to Police"

Alex Galchenyuk, who was recently arrested for a hit and run incident resulting in the termination of his contract with the Arizona Coyotes, is entering the NHL and NHLPA's player assistance program. He has apologized to the police for his behavior, which included making violent threats and using racial slurs. Galchenyuk has reached out to the officers involved to express remorse and acknowledges the need for personal growth. The NHL Players' Association is considering filing a grievance regarding his contract termination. Galchenyuk's troubled year also included his fiancée being deported due to visa issues.

sports2 years ago

Coyotes' Quick Split with Galchenyuk Raises Eyebrows

The Arizona Coyotes have placed forward Alex Galchenyuk on unconditional waivers to terminate his contract, just 12 days after signing him. The team cited an off-ice situation impacting Galchenyuk that was previously unknown. The NHLPA is reviewing the matter. Galchenyuk, a former third-overall pick, has played for multiple teams over his 11-year career.

sports2 years ago

Coyotes Cut Ties with Galchenyuk: Contract Terminated

The Arizona Coyotes have placed forward Alex Galchenyuk on unconditional waivers and are terminating his contract due to an undisclosed off-ice situation. Galchenyuk, who had just signed a one-year deal with the Coyotes, will become an unrestricted free agent again. The 29-year-old forward has played for multiple teams in recent years after being drafted third overall by the Montreal Canadiens in 2012.

sports2 years ago

Coyotes Cut Ties with Galchenyuk, Waive Him Just Days After Signing

The Arizona Coyotes have placed forward Alex Galchenyuk on unconditional waivers just 12 days after signing him to a new contract. This comes after Galchenyuk was arrested for charges including hit and run, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. The Coyotes have not provided further comments on the matter. Galchenyuk had previously played for the Coyotes in the 2018-19 and 2021-22 seasons. This move is part of the Coyotes' offseason roster changes, which include signing new players and trading for defenseman Sean Durzi.

sports2 years ago

Avalanche Fill 2C Need with Ryan Johansen Trade from Predators

The Colorado Avalanche have acquired Ryan Johansen from the Nashville Predators in exchange for Alex Galchenyuk. Johansen, who had 26 goals in the 2021-22 season, will fill the need for a 2C on the Avalanche's roster. The Predators will retain 50% of Johansen's $8 million average annual value, making the cost for the Avalanche $4 million in each of the next two seasons. While Johansen is a risk, the Avalanche needed to address their center-ice production behind Nathan MacKinnon. The Predators, on the other hand, bought themselves some cap space and flexibility.

sports2 years ago

Predators Trade Johansen to Avalanche, Retain Half Salary

The Nashville Predators traded center Ryan Johansen to the Colorado Avalanche for forward Alex Galchenyuk. Johansen missed the final 27 games of the season due to surgery on his right leg and has two seasons remaining on his contract. Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland said Johansen brings size, leadership, and experience to the team. Galchenyuk did not have a point in 11 games with the Avalanche this season and can be an unrestricted free agent on July 1.

sports2 years ago

Avalanche acquire Johansen in salary-retaining trade with Predators.

The Nashville Predators have traded center Ryan Johansen to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for center Alex Galchenyuk. The Predators will retain half of Johansen's $8 million salary for the next two seasons. Johansen missed the final 36 games of the regular season after his right ankle was sliced open by a skate on Feb. 21, causing him to have surgery. In seven-plus regular seasons with the Predators, Johansen had 110 goals and 252 assists and won 54.1% of his faceoffs.