Voynov was arrested Oct. 20 in Torrance after an incident involving his wife, Marta Varlamova, but had not been charged with a crime until Thursday. Voynov’s arraignment is set for Dec. 1 in Torrance. According to the district attorney's news release, Voynov, 24, faces a possible setence of nine years in prison. Voynov, a native of Russia, might also face deportation if he is convicted.
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Following all of the domestic violence incidences in the NFL this fall, charges like this will not be tolerated in the NHL and the league moved very quickly on this one. Voynov will not be allowed to participate in any team activities. The Kings will be hoping that Jake Muzzin can return soon to fill-in for Voynov.
Voynov had 19 assists and 25 points during the lockout-shortened regular season, his first full NHL campaign. Voynov cemented his reputation as one of the NHL’s top young puck-moving defencemen with 13 points during the post-season, tying for the club scoring lead. He set single-season franchise records with six playoff goals by a defenceman and four game-winning goals.
Yesterday's absence was simply for maintenance. He scored eight goals and 20 points in 52 games.
Voynov should assume Johnson's offensive minutes. Through 33 games, he scored four goals and 11 points.
Voynov was a healthy scratch for the last few games and would be better served in the minors. The rookie has four goals and 11 points in 33 games. Expect him to be the first recall if the team needs another defenseman.
Voynov remains a healthy scratch for tonight's game. The rookie has four goals and 11 points in 33 games.
Voynov remains a healthy scratch for tonight's game. The rookie has four goals and 11 points in 33 games.
Voynov takes his turn in the press box. Through 33 games, he has four goals and 11 points. Expect Alec Martinez to take over his offensive duties.
Voynov is clearly nearing a return as he continues to practice with the team. The rookie has four goals and 10 points through 24 games.
Voynov is clearly making strides but might need another practice or two before drawing in. The rookie has four goals and 10 points through 24 games.
Voynov still needs to take contact so expect a few more days off. The rookie has four goals and 10 points through 24 games.
Voynov last played on December 31st. He will need at least a full practice before getting back into the lineup.
Voynov won't play tonight after blocking a shot on Saturday. The rookie has four goals and 10 points through 24 games.
Expect Voynov to draw back into the lineup with a new coach. He has four goals and seven points in 18 games in his rookie year with the Kings.
Voynov scored four goals and seven points through 18 games but is clearly not a favorite of new coach John Stevens.
Voynov scored four goals and seven points through 18 games but is clearly not a favorite of new coach John Stevens.
Voynov draws out after his poor performance against the Bruins. The rookie has four goals and seven points through his first NHL games.
Big promotion for the puck-moving defender. He has four goals and seven points in 17 games with three coming with the man advantage. Could be a nice value add in standard leagues.
The Kings rookie scored two goals and three points through his first five games. He's expected to play a top-4 role and help the team on the power play.