Evgeny Kuznetsov (25) was clutch for Russia in the 2011 world junior championships, scoring the game-winning goal against Finland in the quarterfinals. (Associated Press)
The Capitals took Russian forward Evgeny Kuznetsov (center) with the 26th overall pick in the 2010 draft. His playmaking ability has earned comparisons to countrymen Alexander Semin and Evgeni Malkin. (Associated Press)
Washington Capitals general manager George McPhee confirmed Tuesday that the Caps inked Swedish prospect Mattias Sjogren to a two-year deal and that top prospect Evgeny Kuznetsov will remain in Russia for another year. (Michael Connor / The Washington Times)
