Peter Forsberg: Kuznetsov can become a true gem of the NHL

Legendary Swedish hockey player Peter Forsberg claimed the Russian youngster Evgeny Kuznetsov could have a big future in the NHL.

«I can’t say that I’ve been following Kuznetsov’s career too closely, but I’ve heard great things about him. And judging from what I’ve seen so far, he is a very talented lad,» the Stanley Cup winner told Sportbox.ru.

«Next season he could end up in Washington playing for the Capitals…»

«I am sure that in the near future a player like him could become a real gem not only for the Russia national team, but for the NHL, too. He is bound to become an excellent player.»

After being drafted by the Caps in 2010, the Russian prospect could move to the US by the end of this season.