"Two knee replacements? I mean, come on. That's not an easy thing for a goaltender, but he's been here a lot, and he's been doing everything the right way."
"He's Iron Man. Totally. He's a big professional. He works hard. Every day that I see on the rink is positive. A good mind. Can't wait for when I see him in a game."
Semyon Varlamov returned to NHL action after 503 days, playing for the Bridgeport Islanders. He had been sidelined due to knee issues, including double knee replacement surgery. Varlamov earned a win in his first AHL game since the 2010-11 season, stopping 20 of 22 shots. His future with the Islanders remains uncertain, prompting the team to sign David Rittich. Varlamov is recognized as a key player for the Islanders since joining in 2019, with teammates praising his professionalism and work ethic.
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