Evgeny Kuznetsov Responds to Razins Remarks on Legacy and Alcoholism

Forward of the Metallurg team, **Evgeny Kuznetsov**, responded to the comments made by the head coach of the Magnitogorsk club, Andrei Razin, who stated: «He will either be remembered as a world champion and a Stanley Cup winner, or, to put it bluntly, as an alcoholic.»

**— Andrei Razin, the head coach of Metallurg, publicly mentioned that you could be remembered either as a champion or, in a more negative light, as an alcoholic. Did he convey this sentiment to you directly?**
— Exactly as he said it. One can nitpick over the wording, but it’s more important to grasp the underlying message and understand his intent. I took his comments in stride because I realized what Razin was trying to convey. I appreciate straightforward communication; it’s refreshing when people speak openly rather than using veiled language behind your back. After all, I am one of the veterans on the team. Who better than me to set an example for the younger players? They observe how I respond to various situations and how I conduct myself, — Kuznetsov shared with «Rossiyskaya Gazeta.»