Report: Kovalchuk's agent met with Bruins, Kings, Knights, Sharks

Ilya Kovalchuk's preferred NHL destination is starting to become much clearer, as the highly sought-after winger's agent, J.P. Barry, met with the Boston Bruins, San Jose Sharks, Los Angeles Kings, and Vegas Golden Knights on Friday, according to TSN's Darren Dreger.

TSN's Pierre LeBrun reported earlier Friday that the quartet of clubs were expected to meet with Kovalchuk's camp.

Rumors have swirled regarding Kovalchuk and his desire to return to North American arenas since March. And there has been no shortage of teams showing interest in the 35-year-old Russian.

Kovalchuk hasn't suited up in the NHL since 2013, but scored 31 goals and added 32 assists in 53 games with SKA St. Petersburg of the KHL this past season.