Thursday, 18. June 2026 |
New player Olivier Galipeau
Galipeau most recently played for HC Banská Bystrica in Slovakia, where he tallied 34 points in 59 games. Prior to that, the 6-foot-1 left-handed shooter completed his first European season with Eisbären Berlin, appearing in 52 DEL games (including playoffs) and recording 12 points. He also made 10 appearances and added 3 assists with Eisbären in the Champions Hockey League. In North America, Galipeau previously played 129 games in the American Hockey League and gained extensive experience in the ECHL, where he recorded 140 points in 234 games.
Statement Alan Letang, Head Coach EC Red Bull Salzburg
“We are thrilled to welcome Olivier Galipeau to our defense. Olivier knows how to win championships and is a reliable two-way defenseman who delivers a consistent performance every night. His smooth skating, excellent court vision, and relentless fighting spirit make him an extremely difficult opponent. Olivier’s tireless effort is a perfect fit for our team culture.”
Galipeau is known as a tenacious defenseman who plays consistently, is physically imposing, and can also contribute offensively from the backcourt. With his North American background and previous experience in Europe, the Canadian brings a versatile profile to the Red Bulls’ defense.
Statement Olivier Galipeau
“The Red Bulls have a top-notch organization and aim to win the title every year. That’s what I was looking for. I’m already familiar with the larger ice surface, and I expect a high level of competition in the ICE Hockey League as well. I see myself as a defensive defenseman who can play hard in my own zone. I’m also good with the puck and can quickly move the game forward. I want to win another championship and contribute to the team’s success with my experience and my best performance.”
His career history also demonstrates the Canadian’s qualities. Galipeau won the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League championship twice and, in 2018, also won the prestigious Memorial Cup with Acadie-Bathurst Titan. That same year, he was awarded the Émile Bouchard Trophy as the QMJHL’s best defenseman and selected to the league’s First All-Star Team.
Their career history also showcases the Canadian’s qualities. Galipeau won the championship twice in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and, in 2018, also won the prestigious Memorial Cup with Acadie-Bathurst Titan. After his junior career, Galipeau joined the Boston Bruins organization and played in the AHL for teams including the Providence Bruins, Chicago Wolves, and Laval Rocket. In the ECHL, he won the Kelly Cup with the Fort Wayne Komets in 2021 and participated in the ECHL All-Star Game in the 2022–23 season. After moving to Europe, he initially played for Eisbären Berlin, winning the German championship with the capital city team in the 2024–25 season. Last season, Galipeau joined HC Banská Bystrica, where he served as assistant captain.
The Red Bulls' current roster
Goalkeeper
David Kickert (AUT)
Atte Tolvanen (FIN/AUT)
Defense
Olivier Galipeau (CAN)
Lukas Hörl (AUT)
Wyatt Kalynuk (CAN)
Nash Nienhuis (CAN/USA/AUT)
Dennis Robertson (CAN/IRL)
Offense
Luca Auer (AUT)
Florian Baltram (AUT)
Mathias Böhm (AUT)
Adam Brooks (CAN)
Peter Hochkofler (AUT)
Mario Huber (AUT)
Benjamin Nissner (AUT)
Michael Raffl (AUT)
Thomas Raffl (AUT)
Peter Schneider (AUT)
Ali Wukovits (AUT)
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