What happened: Traktor Chelyabinsk then loaned the goaltender to the Shanghai Dragons. His two-year entry-level contract with Anaheim expired after the 2025-26 season.
Why it matters: The move takes a 23-year-old goalie with one NHL appearance out of Anaheim’s North American depth picture for 2026-27. The Ducks extended a qualifying offer in June, preserving his restricted status.
By the numbers: Buteyets stopped 10 of 13 shots in 20 minutes during his lone NHL appearance. Anaheim selected him 178th overall in the 2022 draft.
What to watch: Watch how Anaheim reshapes its organizational goaltending depth before training camp.