Martin Frk’s Move to the Shanghai Dragons
Martin Frk, originally from Czechia, is reportedly set to join the Shanghai Dragons in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) following his tenure with the Calgary Wranglers. The news comes after two successful seasons with the Wranglers, where he played a pivotal role as an alternate captain.
Impressive Career Statistics
With an impressive AHL career under his belt, Frk has amassed 224 goals and 437 points over 536 games, alongside a notable stint in the NHL where he participated in 124 games after being selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the second round of the 2012 draft.
Achievements and Highlights
At 32 years old, Frk has not only showcased his goal-scoring prowess—tallying 57 goals and 120 points during his 143 games with Calgary—but he has also achieved considerable accolades:
- Won a QMJHL championship
- Won a Memorial Cup
- Won a Calder Cup
- Named a six-time AHL 20-goal scorer
His career peak came in 2021-2022 when he netted a remarkable 40 goals with the Ontario Reign.
NHL Journey and Recent Developments
Frk first stepped onto the NHL stage on October 18, 2016, with the Carolina Hurricanes before returning to the Red Wings for a time and finishing his last NHL game with the Los Angeles Kings on March 19, 2022. After a stint in Swiss hockey during the 2023-24 season, Frk signed a one-year contract worth $775,000 with the Wranglers, a team that struggled last season by finishing last in the Pacific Division with a disheartening 23-34-10-5 record.
Challenges Ahead for Shanghai Dragons
In contrast, the Shanghai Dragons experienced their own challenges, finishing ninth in the KHL’s Western Conference and lacking a singular player to score 30 goals in their previous season.
