Nail Yakupov 'shocked' to hear KHL rumors
Nail Yakpuov has commented on earlier reports that he was looking to return to Russia, and according to Slava Malamud of sport-express.ru, the young forward appears intent on making a positive contribution for the Edmonton Oilers above anything else.
Yakupov will be a healthy scratch for the Oilers Monday against the Capitals, and will need to start impressing in practice in order to get back in the lineup.