[VIDEO] Vladimir Putin 8 Goal Performance

Well, the economy may be a mess in Russia but apparently there is a new hockey superstar: President Vladimir Putin.

Putin lead a team of Stars to an 18-6 win.  Mr. President lead the way with 8 goals.

A number of other senior Russian officials played alongside with former NHL stars Pavel Bure and Valeri Kamensky.

Makes you wonder what will come next…

Sports Illustrated and Bleacher Report contributed to this article.