NHL player Zadorov explained the refusal to come home with the phrase “priorities above boredom”
The player of the club of the National Hockey League (NHL) “Calgary Flames” Nikita Zadorov called the reason why he would not fly to Russia. His words are reported by Sport24.
Zadorov explained the refusal to come home with the phrase “priorities above boredom.” “Of course we miss you. Many friends, relatives in Russia. My wife and I love Moscow very much. Lots of good memories. Hometown. But, unfortunately, in this situation it is impossible,” he said.
Earlier, Zadorov spoke about participating in a campaign in support of LGBT people in NHL matches. The athlete noted that he does not consider it shameful that he put on a rainbow jersey. He added that they were given the right to choose in the team and were not forced to participate in the action.
Zadorov is a graduate of CSKA Moscow. He has been performing in North America since 2012. In addition to Calgary and Chicago, the Russian played for the Colorado Avalanche and Buffalo Sabers, as well as the London Knights and San Antonio Rampage.
Source: Lenta

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