Yeah I remember reading somewhere not long ago that he does want to come over at some point and that he wanted to be able to attend the Avs prospect training camp, he even specifically mentioned being excited for such an opportunity.
I believe it was the Eurolanche interview with him.
Not sure if the Mironov stuff will have much of an impact. From that interview it sounded to me like he was a lot more prepared to work hard and earn his spot in the NHL and basically just wanting the chance to go out and try to earn it.
Avs making playoffs this year could go a long way as well. Knowing he'd be coming over to a very good up and coming team and have a chance to be a part of that.
EDIT: Found the interview
Exclusive: Interview with Igor Shvyrev - Eurolanche.com
Certainly sounds like a kid just waiting for the opportunity to play in North America. Says he would definitely attend a prospect camp if extended the invitation. Even considered playing in the CHL next year a possibility if he comes to North America. And talks about how the NHL is the best league in the world and every player wants to play in it.
We'll have to see about this year but that interview gives me a lot of confidence that we'll see him in North America at some point in the next few years.