Adel Kalimullin (C, L, 6’0″, 176, Irbis Kazan, 04/12/2007) Adel Kalimullin is a 6’0′, 176-pound left-shot center playing primarily with Irbis Kazan in the MHL. His 2025/26 season production has been mixed depending on the level of competition. At the junior level he has produced modestly with 11 points in 25 MHL games, while his brief exposure to the VHL has not yet resulted in offensive production. However, his overall play shows encouraging traits for a young center. He generates steady offensive involvement with nearly three shot attempts per game and over one Grade-A scoring chance per game, converting at a respectable 14%. His puck distribution numbers are also positive, highlighted by an 88% pass completion rate and a moderate pre-shot pass rate. He clearly can facilitate offensive sequences rather than relying solely on his own individual skill to create opportunities. He is a reliable two-way center: he handles faceoff responsibilities effectively, contributes offensively through both shooting and playmaking, and makes efficient passes in transition. He is a player who is involved in both offensive and defensive situations, including valuable penalty kill face-offs. Additionally, his willingness to engage physically and initiate contact despite not yet being fully developed physically is a nice competitive element to his game. However, there are clear factors that raise questions about his NHL projection. While his offensive metrics are respectable, his point production in the MHL is not dominant relative to the ice time he receives. His 50/50 puck battle rate sits below 50%, which is always a big negative for me, and this will become a greater issue against stronger competition. His puck management under pressure remains an area that requires development as he has a tendancy to force plays to the slot without creating a primary or secondary scoring opportunity. Ultimately, Kalimullin projects as a center with a balanced skill set and some encouraging traits: including puck distribution, and willingness to play a structured two-way game. If he continues to add strength, improves on his 50/50 battles, and increases his offensive consistency, he could develop into a bottom-six NHLer capable of contributing in multiple situations. If his offensive production and physical engagement do not progress he will be a skilled player who never finds success in North America.