Originally drafted as the first pick in 2001, Ilya Kovalchuk stepped away from the ice in 2020. Remarkably, he's made a comeback, displaying his enduring skills! <h2>Ilya Kovalchuk's Triumphant Return to Hockey with Spartak Moskova</h2> At the age of 40, Kovalchuk not only played but also scored, contributing to a decisive 5-2 victory. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/khl_eng/status/1738921460482130012'> </a></blockquote></div> Kovalchuk's NHL journey was nothing short of eventful, highlighted by a record-breaking contract and an unexpected shift to Russia after three years. Now, he's back in action. While his playing days might be numbered, his enthusiasm for hockey remains undiminished. Congratulations to Ilya on his remarkable return! <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/SEllisHockey/status/1738949062634676290'> </a></blockquote></div> As reported by Markerzone - <a href='https://www.markerzone.com/news/index.php?no=315283' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Former First Overall Pick Officially Returns to Hockey After a Multi-Year Hiatus</a>