Adam Ruzicka, drafted by the Calgary Flames, was terminated by the Arizona Coyotes during the 2023-24 regular season due to a video he posted on his Instagram page where he boasted about using illegal substances.
This video set hockey social media on fire, ultimately leading to him being as good as banished from the NHL for his lack of discipline and substance issues.
He has now signed a new contract with Spartak Moscow of the KHL:
Here was the original video that led to his termination:
Adam Ruzicka will likely never return to the NHL, but hopefully he will get the help he needs.
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MAI 29 | 104 ANSWERS Adam Ruzicka signs with new team after being terminated for illegal video Do you think Adam Ruzicka will ever return to the NHL? | ||
Yes | 35 | 33.7 % |
No | 69 | 66.3 % |
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