Erste Liga Player Ilya Tsulygin Returns to Hungary

Ilya Tsulygin is heading back to his native Hungary after a stint in North America’s ECHL league.

The Erste Liga player has signed with a team in Hungary, bringing an end to his time in the ECHL. Details of the signing are scarce, but it’s clear that Tsulygin is eager to return home and play for his native country.

Meanwhile, other ECHL players are making headlines. The New Mexico Goatheads have added defenseman Noah Barlage to their roster, while Jalen Smereck has announced his retirement from professional hockey.