Report: Shipachyov chose Vegas over larger offer to stay in Russia

Money apparently wasn't the biggest factor in Vadim Shipachyov's decision to ink a deal with the Vegas Golden Knights.

The Russian forward signed a two-year, $9-million deal on Thursday, while reportedly turning down a four-year contract that would have paid him $5 million per season to remain with St. Petersburg in the KHL, according to Sportsnet's Eric Engels.

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Prior to signing his deal with Vegas, it was reported that Shipachyov was "fielding big offers." The Montreal Canadiens are believed to have been one of the NHL clubs that pushed hard to acquire him, but it was made clear he would not agree to sign with the team.

The 30-year-old will be taking part in the World Championship, which kicks off Friday.