Sulak’s consistency and Anas’ top production. Week 24 top imports
From Sulak’s points from the blue line for Admiral to Ty Smith’s strong week for the Bison. KHL.ru presents the best players from each country.
Czechia
D, Admiral, 3 G, 5 (2+3) points, +2
The Czech blueliner enjoyed a highly productive stretch, collecting five points (2+3) in three appearances while posting a solid plus-2 rating last week. Sulak proved decisive especially on Sunday, scoring the game-winning goal in Admiral’s 4:2 victory over Salavat Yulaev, underlining his importance at both ends of the ice. In addition to his offensive contribution, he demonstrated reliability in his own zone, registering three hits and blocking three shots over the course of the week, always logging more than twenty minutes a night for the Sailors. With Admiral almost out of playoff contention, Sulak can now finish strong his season to return even stronger next year for the Vladivostok franchise.
US
F, Dinamo Minsk, 3 G, 6 (2+4) points, +3
The American forward put together an impressive three-game stretch last week, piling up six points (2+4) and finishing with a strong plus-3 rating, consistently driving his team’s offense – among the best in the league. Anas delivered the decisive blow in Monday’s 4:3 victory over Torpedo, scoring the game-winning goal in a tightly contested matchup. Beyond his offensive production, he contributed in other areas as well, recording one hit, blocking two shots, and adding two takeaways to round out a highly effective week. With Dinamo Minsk among the Western Conference’s leaders, expect Anas to keep on being a force for the Belarusians for a strong regular-season finish.
Canada
D, Dinamo Minsk, 3 G, 3 (1+2) points, +3
Another Dinamo Minsk hot player last week was Ty Smith, who played a key role in his team’s three consecutive road victories. The blueliner collected three points (1+2) in as many games and posted an impressive plus-4 rating, showcasing his effectiveness at both ends of the ice. Smith delivered his strongest performance in a dominant 7:2 win over HC Sochi, recording a goal and an assist with a plus-2 differential. He also added a helper in a tight 3:2 victory against Sochi again and logged heavy minutes throughout the week, averaging nearly twenty minutes per game. Smith provided stability and timely production from the back end, and his role will only increase as the playoffs approach.
Netherlands
F, Avtomobilist, 2 G, 3 (1+2) points, +2
Among the best forwards last week was Daniel Sprong of Avtomobilist, who was instrumental in his team’s back-to-back home victories. Sprong recorded three points (1+2) in two appearances. He delivered his most impactful outing in a commanding 5:1 win over Avangard, registering a goal and an assist while finishing with a plus-2 rating and two penalty minutes. Sprong also added a helper in a tight 3:2 shootout victory against Ak Bars, firing seven shots on goal and logging over 23 minutes of ice time. Consistently dangerous in the offensive zone, he once again proved to be a driving force for the Motormen. Sprong will be a force for Avtomobilist in the elimination stage.
