Chris Simon Signs in Russia

May 17, 2008 6:44 PM David M Singer

Chris Simon, splitting 2007-08 between the Islanders and Wild after another long suspension last season, has signed with Vitiaz Chehov in Russia.

From the non-edited Google translation:

6-year old forward Chris Simon, one of the best tafgaev NHL, signed a one-contract with the “Knight”, said club general manager Alexei Zhamnov Moscow correspondent “SE” Alexander Shapiro. Negotiations with Simon Chekhov club led to a half months, but the agreement was signed only yesterday when legionnaire arrived in Russia together with his agent.

It should be noted that sezone-2002/03 Simon stood for “Chicago” along with Zhamnovym, and a total newcomer “Vityaz” held in 857 NHL games: 322 (154 +168) points, 2015 minutes of free time.

Thanks to Lead in the forums.

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#1 - baldhedjer from Paramount, California on May 18, 2008 at 11:02 AM

It’s a shame to lose Simon to a Russian league when he still has contributions to make to the NHL. He has had his problelms, for sure, but the man can still play and there are enough teams in the league lacking noticable grit that could use a guy his size. Under the right coaching he could still contribute. I wish him the best if this is a personal decision on his part, I only hope that he is not feeling forced to leave North America in order to continue a hockey career. Somebody in the NHL should have the guts to employ him.

#2 - ellen from ottawa on May 18, 2008 at 05:01 PM

Chris Simon is a marked man in the National Hockey League. Bad boys earn the mark, but star players who make the same mistakes are clearly playing by a different set of rules. I think this is a clear message from Chris Simon that Colin Campbell can kiss his a**

He should sue the NHL based on discrimination, and I hope he does.

#3 - TheMetalChick from Long Island, NY on May 18, 2008 at 08:05 PM

All the best, Chris.
Sincerely.

#4 - islandernutz from Long Island, NY on May 18, 2008 at 08:50 PM

Sorry to see you go. Good Luck Chris

#5 - habsfan1993 from california on May 19, 2008 at 03:21 AM

Was the guy who wrote this article wasted??...Oh yeah, Chris Simon, good riddence

#6 - Johann on May 23, 2008 at 10:17 AM

You’ll always be a Ranger, Mr. Simon. Will never forget your’s and Matt’s contributions to the club. Hope to see you back in the NHL and back on the Rangers. If you had been a Ranger in 2008 they would be in the Finals.

#7 - tossem from calif. on May 31, 2008 at 11:32 AM

Agree 100% with ellen form ottawa. Simon was always one of my favorites…one of the few remaining from the “good ole days”.

#8 - David K from Iraq on Jun 03, 2008 at 03:59 AM

Chris Simon can play on my team anytime, he is tough and can play hockey, come on guys no one is perfect!! Good luck in Russia Chris ,I was just there on leave ,nice breath of fresh air!!

#9 - Victor Olson from Minnesota on Jun 21, 2008 at 11:57 AM

I for one am very sad to see Chris leave this team. I wish him all the best and give him and my family’s prayers. Good Luck Mr. Simon.

#10 - Shanyn from Victoria BC on Aug 07, 2008 at 01:31 PM

Chris, I miss you already you are so far away but not far from ny heart and I know you have to take this next step in order to find your way back and know your only a phone call away!!!! Love your little sister Shanyn

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