“For me, in general, Russia after Canada is a heavenly place”
Goalkeeper of HC “Sochi” Berdin: “For me, in general, Russia after Canada is a heavenly place”
Hockey club goalkeeperSochi» Mikhail Berdin in an interview with Match TV I explain why the solution appears in my homeland.
In 2016, Berdin left for the leading US junior league, the USHL, and two years later ended up in the Winnipeg Jets system, which selected him in the draft. Berdin became a successful goalkeeper for the Jets farm club in the AHL, and in the covid season 2020/21, developing on loan, he played 14 games for SKA, after which he went to Sochi. He eventually did not return for the Southerners and returned to Winnipeg, extending his agreement with the Jets for two seasons. This year, Berdin decided to return to Russia.
DOWNLOAD the rights to a significant change on the goalkeeper in Sochi. The unilateral contract with the goalkeeper runs until April 30, 2023. On October 26, the goalkeeper made his debut at the gates of the Sochi team (3:4 in Traktor).
— 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 outcome 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 the KHL is inferior 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 I will unsubscribe in 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 the adjustment of the position will help.
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