Just in just in from Katie Strang of The Atheltic, Arizona Coyotes forward Alex Galchenyuk was arrested this past weekend on a number of charges including private property hit and run, disorderly conduct, failure to obey, resisting arrest, Threatening or Intimidating.
It was reported earlier in the day that Galchenyuk's contract had been terminated by the Coyotes just 12 days after signing due to an 'off ice incident' and that the Coyotes would not offer any further explanation as to why. Well... we've got a pretty good idea of why now.
In a cryptic message to social media the team has said it will have 'no further comment' on the transaction.
ESPN insider Greg Wyshynski reported earlier in the day that Galchenyuk's contract was being terminated after an 'off ice incident'.
Galchenyuk was re-acquired by the Coyotes on the opening day of free agency after failing to come to terms with the Nashville Predators, who received him in their salary cap dump trade featuring Ryan Johansen. Now Galchenyuk hits the open market as a free agent yet again, but you have to wonder if this is the end for the former 3rd overall pick.
It's not exactly a secret though that Galchenyuk has bounced around the league over the course of his career. In fact, the 29 year old has played for seven NHL teams in his career, and has failed to remain on any team's roster for more than a season in the past five years. This guy bounces around more than a ping pong ball...
You have to imagine that his NHL chances are now all used up. The former 3rd overall pick is now likely destined for an early retirement or pro hockey across the pond in Europe, if I had to guess.
As for the charges, police were quick to note that no one was injured as a result of Galchenyuk's crimes and that the damage done was merely property damage. Sounds to me like he smashed into a building or some parked cars and then fled the scene... but that's purely speculation based on the crimes he has been charged with.
