Promising Russian Prospect Signs With Houston

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The Houston Bulls sent shockwaves through the minor hockey space on Monday after announcing the signing of highly-touted Russian prospect Yaroslav Bogatyrev.

 

A native of the Siberian city of Nizhny Tagil, the 6’6’’ forward adds size and depth to a Bulls team looking to make a run for the Founder’s Cup in S84.

 

Despite his size, Bogatyrev is known mostly as a skilled forward, and the Russian registered an assist in his first career VHLM game on Monday evening, a 5-2 loss to cup favourites Las Vegas Aces.

 

“I’m happy to sign with the Houston Bulls, and this move will be very important in me one day getting to the VHL,” Bogatyrev said in a team press release.

 

When asked as to why Bogatyrev decided to make the trip across to North America, rather than pursuing a junior career at home, the forward said that he saw greater opportunities, at this stage, across the Atlantic.

 

“For me now, I just want to make sure that as many people are seeing my games as possible. Yes we have good hockey in Russia, but the VHL is the global leader. As a result, I want to test myself against the best, so it’s the only option I have,” he said.

 

Bogatyrev will wear the #79 jersey for the Bulls.