 Nail Yakupov was an scoring threat throughout the Subway Super Series but hasn't put the puck in the net since his return to the KHL. (Kyle MacKinnon/QMI Agency) |
Nail Yakupov is still looking for his first goal since returning to Russia following the Subway Super Series.
The Edmonton Oilers prospect had 10 goals for Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk prior to leaving for Canada to take part in the six-game series.
Having helped Russia claim the event against all-star teams from the three major junior leagues in the country, Yakupov returned to Neftekhimik.
While he has yet to score a goal upon his return, last summer’s first overall selection is still collecting points, picking up four assists in two games this past week.
Yakupov had two assists in a 2-1 win over Spartak Moscow last Sunday, then had two helpers in a 4-3 win over Torpedo Nizhny Wednesday.
Yakupov failed to get on the scoresheet in Neftekhimik’s 3-1 loss to Atlant Moscow Region on Friday.
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In 19 games this season, Yakupov has 10 goals and eight assists.
Neftekhimik face Lokomotiv Yaroslavl on Sunday.
Elsewhere, Ales Hemsky continues to lead
