Anton Khudobin, a seasoned NHL goaltender, is embarking on a new chapter by signing with Russia's VHL team, Sokol Krasnoyarsk. This decision signals the potential end of Khudobin's NHL journey, a move that may not come as a complete surprise considering his limited recent appearances in the league. Over the last two seasons, he participated in just 10 games.
In the 2022-23 season, Khudobin took the ice for a lone game with the Chicago Blackhawks, facing 23 shots and conceding six goals.
Despite encountering challenges towards the latter part of his NHL career, Khudobin enjoyed a commendable tenure as a reliable backup goalie for most of his playing years. Notably, his pivotal role in the Dallas Stars' deep run during the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs showcased his remarkable goaltending prowess, although the team narrowly missed securing the championship.
Throughout his 260 NHL games, spanning multiple teams including the Minnesota Wild, Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, Dallas Stars, and Chicago Blackhawks, Khudobin achieved a record of 114 wins, 92 losses, and 33 ties. He maintained a .916 save percentage and held a 2.52 goals-against average.
