Frolov Finds a Home?

The speculation seems to have finally come to an end for Unrestricted Free Agent forward Alexander Frolov.

Over the course of the summer, especially since July 1st, the talk around the NHL has had a spotlight on one name: Ilya Kovalchuk.

And although the Kovalchuk drama continues, the other remaining UFA’s are starting to finalize their situations and sign on the dotted line to prepare to play with a new team starting in 2010-11.

Today, former 30 goal scorer and ex- Los Angeles Kings player, Alexander Frolov, has signed on with the New York Rangers according to his Russian agent Isakov. (via Dmitry Chesnokov’s twitter)

Throughout his career, Frolov has scored 30 goals or more twice. He’s played seven NHL seasons, and in those seven seasons has totaled 381 points (536 GP).

The deal is rumored to be for one year and sources close to the organization state that it will not exceed $2.5 million. According to reports since the start of Unrestricted Free Agency, Frolov was seeking $4 million or more per year. If all is true, the Rangers were able to grab Frolov and his services at a discount.

Rangers fans should be excited. Frolov brings an instant upgrade, even with a poor final season in LA, to the top six forwards in New York. Potentially playing on a line with Marian Gaborik could create some instant magic and success.

The big surprise to this writer – Glen Sather opened his wallet, yet kept it at market value for the player being acquired.

Maybe a fresh start in a new city will help Frolov regain his 30 goal form.

However, until anything is official through TSN.ca or NHL.com, we will continue to update you on this matter.

According to Craig Custance (via Twitter) from The Hockey News, the discussions continue between Frolov and the Rangers however, nothing is official “just yet”.