On Saturday, the Washington Capitals announced the signing of talented Russian forward Sergei Shumakov.
Just like Evgeny Kuznetsov, Shumakov is from Chelyabinsk and a former top-20 point-scorer in the KHL.
The former CSKA Moscow player also has wings like Kuzy, who is known for doing a birdman celebration. Shumakov’s eagle homage is just a bit more…literal.
Shumakov has a full eagle head tattooed on his upper arm.
He also has wings tattooed on his forearms.
The birdmen, Kuznetzov and Shumakov, are friends. The two played together in a tournament together over the summer at Chelyabinsk’s Sports Palace.
Right after his one-year deal was officially announced, Shumakov posted an Instagram photo with the caption “Go caps” and, of course, an eagle emoji.
Spread those glorious wings and fly, Sergei!
Headline photo: @shuma_70
