Nikita Zadorov, a player for the Vancouver Canucks, made headlines with his comments during a media availability session. Zadorov compared the fanbases of Vancouver and Calgary, took shots at Edmonton reporters, and expressed his desire to stay with the Canucks. His humorous and defiant responses garnered attention, with some finding the exchanges entertaining and lighthearted.
The Zadorov Calgary comment is being somewhat taken out of context, he followed up by saying the Oilers have a bigger fanbase because of their history, it wasn't quite as salacious when you include the second part lol
Nikita Zadorov is a unifying force. Now all of Alberta hates him. On Edmonton (before Round 2): Pretty much the only thing to do in that city is watch hockey. And on Calgary Flames (today): They’re not even No. 1 in Alberta.
Zadorov simply can't resist taking a shot at a city or fanbase whenever he gets the chance. Love it. https://t.co/a9JLZLO4AV
Nikita Zadorov had the most Zadorov exit interview for the #Canucks. He talked about his contract while still throwing jabs at the Oilers and Flames. He talked about how much he loved the city of Vancouver. Read more on @TheHockeyNews.⤵️ https://t.co/BUTTC9w0rQ
The best part of these Nikita Zadorov quotes is seeing Conor Garland shaking his head off camera and smiling as Z trash talks previous coaches & the city of Calgary 😂 https://t.co/drZpb0uEY9
Asked about the playoff atmosphere in Vancouver, this was part of Zadorov's response. The whole sequence is pretty funny and lighthearted. #Flames https://t.co/cqC8f5kaNN
The best part of these Nikita Zadorov quotes is seeing Conor Garland shaking his head off and smiling as Z trash talks previous coaches & the city of Calgary 😂 https://t.co/EPTrk3Xr3d
Nikita Zadorov took unprovoked shots at both Edmonton and Calgary in his final media availability of the season. If he hadn't endeared himself to #Canucks fans already, he certainly has now. @Sportsnet650
Nikita Zadorov: "Calgary's not even the number one team in Alberta, so…" #Flames
"I can compare it to Calgary, but Vancouver has a bigger fanbase. I mean, Calgary isn't even the No. 1 team in Alberta." - Zadorov, asked about his experience with the #Canucks and continuing to cook. "It was unbelievable. My family loves it here and I enjoyed every second."
Nikita Zadorov on the market in Vancouver: Hockey in Canada is different. I can compare it to Calgary, but the Vancouver fanbase is bigger. Calgary's not even the number 1 team in Alberta. #Canucks @Sportsnet650
Nikita Zadorov, asked if he priced himself out of Vancouver with his performance in the playoffs, responds with humourous defiance. "Why? How much do you think I should make." Then takes a totally unprovoked shot at Edmonton reporters. Stone cold beauty. #Canucks
Nikita Zadorov asked about increasing his value with his play in the playoffs. "How much do you think I should make? I don't know where you get those numbers from, the trees? You've gotta stop listening to Edmonton reporters." Says he wants to be back. #Canucks @Sportsnet650
With the report of Nikita Zaitsev signing in Russia, I’m reminded of this quote from @MarkLazerus @ByScottPowers Blackhawks player survey: https://t.co/RLG2X9mBRi
Nikita Zadorov chats with @ScottOake and @KellyHrudey ahead of Game 7 in Vancouver. ⤵️ https://t.co/sNfr9F1yjT