A year ago, when Maxim Tsyplakov was playing for Spartak Moscow in the KHL, his coach had a rule about taking risks with the puck. Players could try whatever they wanted once. But if they turned ...

The Islanders’ pursuit of Maxim Tsyplakov began around the New Year, when they — along with a number of other teams — sent a scout to Russia to watch Tsyplakov play for Spartak Moscow.

Yes, the Canadiens’ prospect stood out on the ice (again). First of all, note that SKA was leading 3-0 before the third period started. The HK Spartak Moscow ... for his team by scoring the ...