Alexander Radulov borrows Dallas Stars jersey from fan

When Alexander Radulov of the Dallas Stars had issues with his jersey during a preseason game, he got help from an unexpected source – a fan.

NHL players are weird when it comes to their jerseys. Alexander Radulov of the Dallas Stars is no different. During the preseason, players can have equipment issues. Radulov had one during a preseason game against the Florida Panthers on Saturday, Sept 22.

After the first period, a Stars employee approached a fan wearing his jersey and explained the situation. Since the fan had the same size jersey as Radulov, he allowed him to wear the jersey. Not only did Radulov wear his jersey for the rest of the game, but he also autographed it for his unexpected helper.

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The fan was wearing a Fanatics Breakaway jersey, which is designed with the fan’s comfort in mind. But it appears it can also double as an actual hockey jersey if needed.

Radulov didn’t put up any points in the fan’s jersey, but it’s clear he was appreciative regardless. The jersey might be stinky and sweaty, but that’s a pretty darn awesome story to be able to tell others.

Radulov was originally drafted by the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2004 draft with the 15th overall pick.

He spent 154 regular season games, plus 18 postseason games, over three seasons with the Preds before eventually signing long-term in the KHL. Radulov put up 102 points, including 47 goals with them.

In the summer of 2016, he announced he was coming back to the NHL, signing a one-year deal with the Montreal Canadiens. After accumulating 18 goals and 54 points in his lone season with the Habs, Radulov signed a five-year deal worth $6.25 million annually with the Stars. In his first season in Dallas, he posted career highs with 27 goals, 45 assists, and 72 points.

Though the Stars didn’t make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in Radulov’s first season with the team, he had a very successful season. He proved to himself and to the rest of the league that he’s committed to staying in the NHL. That’s something Radulov needed to do after his time with the Predators didn’t end well for either party.