Montreal Canadiens’ first pick, Alexander Zharovsky, impressed his coach Viktor Kozlov during his stint with Salavat Yulaev Ufa in the KHL, earning extra ice time due to his maturity and poise on the ice. While not rushing his development towards the NHL, Kozlov emphasized the importance of prioritizing team success and allowing Zharovsky opportunities to grow, with his contract running until May 2027.
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Canadiens: Coach Kozlov Speaks About Canadiens’ First Pick Zharovsky
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