PLAYER SPOTLIGHT: IVAN GALIYANOV

By Kiera Schaafsma

NIAGARA, ONT – Forward Ivan Galiyanov played in his 200th career OHL game on Thursday, October 8th, when the Niagara IceDogs defeated the Ottawa 67s 2-1 in overtime. The 18-year-old Ajax native was drafted in the fourth round (68th overall) in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection Draft.  

Galiyanov has played each of his 200 games with the IceDogs, making him the longest-tenured player on the current roster. Throughout his 200 games, he has recorded 62 points (24 goals, 38 assists) for the IceDogs.  

“Ever since my first game here, I knew this was my place,” said Galiyanov after Thursday night’s game. “I love the team, the organization, and the community. I can’t imagine playing anywhere else.” 

Galiyanov and the rest of the IceDogs are back at the Meridian Centre on Saturday, October 10th, when they take on the Barrie Colts.

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