Athletic Shift: Emil Galimov Transfers from Russian Team to Astana's "Barys"
In a move that has excited fans, veteran right winger Emil Galimov has signed a one-year contract with HC Barys Astana, set to run until May 31, 2026. The 33-year-old (born in 1992) joins the Kazakh club after a stint with Avangard in the KHL.
Galimov brings a wealth of experience to Barys, having played over 600 games in the KHL. His career statistics, including goals, assists, and points, are impressive, with 236 points to his name (113 goals, 123 assists). However, the exact number of games he has played for each team in the KHL, including Lokomotiv, Neftlekhimik, Ak Bars, and SKA, is not immediately clear.
Barys has also been active in the transfer market, signing trial contracts with several players. Forwards Batyrlan Muratov, Kirill Panukov, and Kirill Savitsky, as well as defenseman Yuri Pautov, have all been brought in for trials. The club has also extended a trial offer to forward Vladimir Volkov.
The news of Galimov's signing has been met with enthusiasm from fans, who have taken to social media to welcome him and wish him success. A video of his arrival in Astana is currently circulating online, and a screenshot of the Instagram post announcing his signing can be found on Barys' official Instagram page, @barys_official.
In his last season, Galimov scored 8 points (4 goals, 4 assists) in 16 games. With his addition to the team, Barys hopes to strengthen its offensive line and compete for top honours in the KHL.
Fans and pundits alike are eager to see how Galimov will perform for Barys in the upcoming season. With his proven track record and the team's strong squad, it promises to be an exciting season for the Astana-based club.
Sport enthusiasts are looking forward to watching Galimov play hockey for HC Barys Astana in the upcoming season. Given his impressive career statistics in the KHL, such as 236 points (113 goals, 123 assists) in over 600 games, fans believe he could play a crucial role in strengthening Barys' offensive line and helping the team compete for top honours in the league.
