BREAKING: Matvei Michkov's Diagnosis Revealed to the Public

A mystery illness that's been stopping Matvei Michkov from playing with his NHL team is no longer a mystery.

According to reports out of Russia, Michov has missed several games, and had to be replaced in the KHL's upcoming All-Star game as he deals with a stubborn case of pneumonia.

Michkov has missed 8 games so far. Despite his, he's still having a good season, scoring 11 goals and 26 points in 30 game. Michkov was taken seventh overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the most recent NHL draft. He's signed to a KHL contract that runs out in 2026.

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