"There is the possibility of returning back to (North America), but (Agent) Petr (Svoboda) told me...
"There is the possibility of returning back to (North America), but (Agent) Petr (Svoboda) told me that at least one year in the KHL will help me," said Zagrapan in Dennik Sport, a Slovakian sports paper. "Both of us were particularly concerned getting into a new contract (with Buffalo). I feel I need a new way to get into the NHL."
— Zagrapan leaves Sabres organization for Russia " Maine Hockey Journal
It sounds to me like Zags didn't want to leave but felt he had no choice. It's easy to say that he was a disappointment but he never really had a chance with the Sabres. It will be interesting to see if this move will help him get a chance in the NHL.
