As of right now, it appears the Kovalchuk saga is coming to an end.  Even Rich Hammond is saying the same thing.  The circle is ALMOST complete and soon the missing piece of the puzzle is in sight.  And yet, There are still doubters that don't believe in the latest round of talks.  When will the madness end?  It's looking like this could end very soon, and yet it feels like an eternity in time for someone as hyped as Ilya Kovalchuk to get a contract with ANY team.  Once the inevitable happens though, the ramifications will be HUGE!  Until then, the waiting game continues.....