Russian ice hockey winger, Los Angeles Kings
Alexander Kuzmenko has died after a bear attack while on a fishing trip in Siberia. His son, NHL winger Andrei Kuzmenko, has left the Penguins to be with family in Moscow. Penguins officials have expressed condolences and asked for privacy as the family grieves.
Alexander Kuzmenko has died after a bear attack while fishing in Siberia. The incident affects his son, NHL forward Andrei Kuzmenko, who has left Pittsburgh to be with his family in Moscow. Penguins president Kyle Dubas has expressed condolences and asked for privacy as the team processes the loss. The death comes just before the NHL season begins.