Jeff Skinner and Nicolas Aube-Kubel sign contracts overseas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:38 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Jeff Skinner has signed a one-year deal with Swiss club EHC Biel-Bienne, marking a continuation of his career after leaving the San Jose Sharks. Skinner, a six-time 30-goal scorer, aims to revive his performance in Switzerland following a challenging last season. Nicolas Aube-Kubel has also secured a one-year contract, joining Dinamo Minsk in the KHL after spending most of last season playing in the AHL. Both players are part of a growing trend of NHL talent seeking opportunities in international leagues as the upcoming season approaches.
- •Skinner joins EHC Biel-Bienne in Switzerland for a one-year contract.
- •Aube-Kubel signs with Dinamo Minsk in the KHL on a one-year deal.
- •Skinner recorded 13 points in 32 games last season with the Sharks.
- •This marks the next step for both players as they seek new roles.
- •More former NHL players are expected to pursue international contracts.
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"Veteran goal-scorer Jeff Skinner and Stanley Cup champion Nicolas Aube-Kubel secure international contracts, leading a wave of North American talent seeking fresh opportunities in Switzerland and the KHL.
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