Alexandar Georgiev seeks NHL opportunity after strong KHL performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:29 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Alexandar Georgiev, a former All-Star goaltender for the Colorado Avalanche, remains unsigned nearly two months into NHL free agency. After struggling in North America, Georgiev succeeded in the KHL with Spartak Moskva, showing improved stats. Many NHL teams have solidified their goaltending plans, making it challenging for him to find a job. Teams are cautious about his inconsistent NHL tenure despite his successful return in Russia.
- •Georgiev tied for the NHL lead in wins during the 2022-23 season.
- •He had a.897 save percentage in 2023-24, indicating struggles.
- •In the KHL, he recorded a 2.37 GAA and a.918 save percentage.
- •NHL teams are hesitant to trust his ability to replicate that success.
- •Georgiev could be a candidate for a low-cost, one-year backup deal.
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"Former Avalanche All-Star Alexandar Georgiev revived his career in Russia, but nearly two months into free agency, NHL teams still aren't convinced he's worth the risk.
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