Ottawa drafted Bashkirov because he fell and showed potential in the Q. As far as him going to Russia, Ottaw probably knew this was a likely scenario. In regards to the team drafting another Russian...well I doubt such a comment can be made. Volchenkov has worked out great and Nikulin is coming over this year. Mirnov should also be on the radar, as is probably Anikienko and Zubov. The team actually made out like a bandit in the last few drafts the way they picked Russians projected for the first round in the 2nd (Mirnov), 3rd (Anikienko), or even 5th rounds (Zubov and Nikulin). Yes, Nikulin was recognized by RussianProspects and Ottawa's scout to have first round potential, thus picking him up so late was a bargain.
My only concern with the Bashkirov move is that the kids won't get any playing time.