Saturday, September 5, 2009

IIHF aproves Galiev's transfer

Press Release

Saint John Sea Dogs Director of Hockey Operations Mike Kelly announced on Friday that the transfer of import forward Stanislav Galiev to the Canadian Hockey League has been approved by the International Ice Hockey Federation. Galiev will now be able to skate with the Sea Dogs competitively.

“We’re very pleased that the IIHF has made this decision and we’re excited to be able to officially add Stanislav to our roster,” said Kelly.

Saint John made Galiev the #1 overall selection at the 2009 CHL Import Draft this past June. The 17-year old offensive wizard tallied 29G-35A-64P in 60 games played with the Indiana Ice (USHL) last season, adding 13GP-5G-4A-9P during his team's successful run to a Clark Cup Championship. Galiev also helped Team Russia win a Silver Medal at the 2009 Memorial of Ivan Hlinka Tournament, registering 1G-2A-3P in four games played at the prestigious international event.

(Nathan also is a writer for Maineiacs Post to Post and the Maine Hockey Journal. He can be reached at fourniern@students.nescom.edu)

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