Report: KHL considering "Zherdev rule" for alcohol-related issues
Nikolai Zherdev's contract was cancelled by Lev Praha of the KHL due to a DUI charge, according to Aaron Portzline of the The Columbus Dispatch.
Further to that, this situation may push the league to consider an amendment to their rule book in light of alcohol-related issues with players.
Hearing Nikolai Zherdev'a contract has been cancelled by KHL club after DUI charges. Further, that KHL is considering a 'Zherdev rule' ...
— Aaron Portzline (@Aportzline) September 4, 2013
... that would allow contracts to be considered voided at league/team's discretion following DUI convictions/other alcohol-related issues.
— Aaron Portzline (@Aportzline) September 4, 2013
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