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From Russia to NCAA: Barabanov's Rise | Calgary Flames News
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Egor Barabanov, a Russian-born hockey phenom, is carving his path in North America after a meteoric rise through U.S. junior leagues and a breakout season with the Saginaw Spirit. Traded to Madison, he seized his moment, exploding for 91 points as a draft-eligible rookie — good enough for fourth in scoring — and earned a fourth-round pick by Calgary in the 2026 NHL Draft. Now headed to UMass for NCAA play, scouts see him as a future middle-six contributor with elite playmaking instincts. The Flames are patient, betting on his development over time — envisioning him as a solid third-line NHLer or top AHL scorer down the road.
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