Berdin: “For me, Russia after Canada is a heavenly place” – October 27, 2022
Sochi goalkeeper Mikhail Berdin named the reasons, according to the content, he decided to return from the NHL to Russia.
In 2018, he was selected by the Winnipeg in the draft, after which he arrived at the Jets farm club in the AHL. In the case of 2020/21, the Russian moved on loan to SKA, after which he was sent to Sochi. Having not played a single match for Sochi, Berdin returned to Winnipeg, extending the agreement with the club for two seasons. This year the goalkeeper decided to return to Russia. SKA traded him for a significant share in Sochi.
— How do you like the climate of Sochi? After Winnipeg, probably a heavenly place?
– For me, in general, after Canada, Russia is a heavenly place. I love my country very much. Being in Russia is a balm for my soul.
Was something wrong in Canada?
“I just love my country. Needed where was born.
– The situation with the goalkeepers in Winnipeg developed for you. Comrie left for Buffalo, Rittich is not impressive, the doors to the base. No regrets about leaving?
– This decision was not spontaneous, emotional. It doesn’t matter who was the first or second goalkeeper there. It’s not about hockey. Came back because I just love my country. I don’t want to live in Canada. I want to live at home. Especially during a recovery time like this. It is clear that KHL goes to the NHL, but it was important for me to challenge myself. Yes, these are new requirements, but they temper us.
– There is a lot of talk about the fact that the attitude of Russians in Europe has deteriorated sharply after February 24th. Did you feel this?
“I don’t care if there is pressure or not. At least send me to the forest – I will feel comfortable. I like spending time with my parents, families. I was extremely happy that so many people from my hometown owned me today: friends, grandfathers, grandmothers – everyone watched the match. Yes, this is not the best support, but this support is worth a lot. When gymnastics is playing, I have a smile, I am happy to tears here. I am grateful to Sochi for this opportunity. I am confident in myself and that help in changing the situation will help – giving Berdin’s word “Match TV“.