Nikolai Kovalenko's short stint with the San Jose Sharks has been marked by frustration over limited playing time and role changes. Having spent most of the season dealing with injuries and being scratched multiple times, he has expressed a desire to continue with the team but under different circumstances. As a pending restricted free agent, Kovalenko's father has indicated communication with his former KHL team, and Kovalenko himself is eager to clarify his future with Sharks' management, highlighting his aspiration to remain in the NHL.
Kovalenko expressed disappointment with his current role, stating, 'I think it's a good question for Mike Grier, not for me... If he would like me to stay, we'll have a conversation about this.'
Nikolai's father noted, 'Overall, there's discontent from (Nikolai's) side,' highlighting his son's frustrations with ice time and role since joining the Sharks.
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