Alexander Galimov

Ice Hockey Player for Avangard Omsk

Alexander Galimov - Ice Hockey Player for Avangard Omsk
Born

1985
40 years ago

Died

September 12th, 2011
13 years ago — 26 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

Links & References

Played professional ice hockey primarily for Avangard Omsk in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). Made a significant contribution to the team from 2005 until 2011. Participated in international competitions representing Russia. Tragically passed away in a plane crash in September 2011, which claimed the lives of many members of the Lokomotiv Yaroslavl hockey team.

Played for Avangard Omsk

Represented Russia in international competitions

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