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Kevin Labanc nears one-year deal with Ak Bars Kazan in Russia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 8:28 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Kevin Labanc nears one-year deal with Ak Bars Kazan in Russia
Summary

Kevin Labanc is reportedly close to signing a one-year contract with Ak Bars Kazan in the KHL. After a month as a free agent, this move comes following a previous link to Salavat Yulaev Ufa that did not materialize. Labanc played last season with the Shanghai Dragons, where he recorded 15 goals and 34 points in 55 games. Kazan aims for Labanc to contribute to a potential Gagarin Cup run after their recent loss in the finals.

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  • •Labanc has reached an agreement with Ak Bars Kazan.
  • •The contract is for one year in the KHL.
  • •He scored 15 goals and 34 points with the Dragons last season.
  • •Kazan finished as runners-up in the Gagarin Cup finals.
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After nearly a month on the free agent market, reports from Russia state that former San Jose Sharks forward Kevin Labanc has reached an agreement with Ak Bars Kazan in the Russian Kontinental Hockey League.

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After rediscovering his scoring touch in Russia, Kevin Labanc is reportedly joining Ak Bars Kazan to bolster their offense following a heartbreaking Gagarin Cup Final defeat.

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