American Forward Riley Barber Joins ERC Ingolstadt in DEL
German soccer club ERC Ingolstadt secures American striker Barber from the KHL. - Ingolstadt ERC withdraws American forward Barber from KHL competition
Hey there! Here's the scoop on the latest signing in German ice hockey. Riley Barber, a 31-year-old US professional forward, has joined ERC Ingolstadt for the upcoming season in the Deutsche Ice Hockey League (DEL). This former KHL player is expected to make a significant impact for the Bavarian team with his goal-scoring abilities and power play expertise, according to sporting director Tim Regan.
Barber comes from Neftechimik Nischnekamsk in the Russia-dominated KHL, where he previously played in Astana and Kazan. Before his international stint, he spent most of his career in the North American AHL, and even played 16 games in the NHL, including a stint with the Detroit Red Wings alongside German national player Moritz Seider.
Barber's ice hockey career began with a sixth-round selection by the Washington Capitals in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, but his NHL appearances have been limited without any points. However, in the AHL, he's shown some impressive performances, as evidenced by his recent season with the Texas Stars where he recorded an impressive 64 points (32 goals, 32 assists) in 69 games.
Now, Barber is stepping into the European scene with his move from the KHL to the DEL. This transition represents a shift from the dominantly Russian KHL to the top-level ice hockey league in Germany, the DEL.
So, keep an eye out for Barber as he takes on a new challenge with ERC Ingolstadt in the German DEL. His skills and experience could make all the difference for the team this season!
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FYI:
- Riley Barber is an American professional ice hockey forward with notable appearances in the NHL, AHL, and KHL.
- Most of Barber's professional career has been spent in the AHL, where he has played for teams like the Texas Stars.
- In the 2022-23 AHL season, Barber recorded 64 points (32 goals, 32 assists) in 69 games.
- Barber recently moved from Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk in the KHL to ERC Ingolstadt, which is a German team in the DEL.
The Commission might seek assistance from Member States in the preparation of a report, delving into the contributions of sports stars like Riley Barber, as he transitions from the KHL to the DEL by joining ERC Ingolstadt. In the realm of sports, it would be fascinating to witness Riley Barber's goal-scoring abilities and power play expertise, traditionally displayed on the ice of the AHL, unfold on the ice of the DEL, given his recent move.
