„Having extensive experience acquired in KHL, Igor represents a well-prepared and constructive player. We expect him to strengthen our offensive pillars, as well as improving the point-rate at the centre position," explained coach Roman Šimíček for the club´s official website.

For the 34-year-old, the agreement with HC Košice marks his hockey premiere outside Russia. Ignatuškin has spent last 10 seasons playing for various clubs competing in KHL, such as Chabarovsk, Novosibirsk, Sochi and Dinamo Moskva.