Experienced Canadian forward Evander Kane, 35, continues his career in Russia. KHL team Sibir Novosibirsk has signed the former NHL star to a contract for the remainder of the season.

The KHL confirmed Kane’s transfer on their website on Tuesday.

Kane played last season with the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL. He appeared in 71 regular season games and collected 31 points (13+18).

Kane has a long career in the NHL. He has played a total of 1,001 regular season games in the world’s toughest hockey league, scoring 339+309=648 points. Additionally, he has played 97 playoff games, recording 32+23=55 points.

In addition to Vancouver, Kane has represented the Edmonton Oilers, San Jose Sharks, Buffalo Sabres, Winnipeg Jets, and Atlanta Thrashers during his NHL career.

The KHL is familiar territory for Kane. He also played in the league during the 2012–13 season when he represented Dinamo Minsk during the NHL lockout.

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