Russian center Maxim Shabanov ’s KHL contract expired at the end of May, making him an unrestricted free agent. Several NHL teams have shown interest and it looks like his search for a new club could be nearing the finish line. Sport-Express’ Igor Eronko reports that the Flyers are expected to sign the 24-year-old although Kevin Kurz of The Athletic relays ( Twitter link ) that nothing is done yet although the team is hopeful that they’ll land him. Shabanov finished third this season in KHL scoring with 23 goals and 44 assists in 65 games and followed that up by finishing second in playoff points with 10 goals and 10 helpers in 21 contests. Regardless of whether he signs with Philadelphia or another team, Shabanov will be capped at signing a one-year, entry-level contract.

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