Justin Bailey signs one-year deal with Barys Astana in KHL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 12:48 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Justin Bailey, a former forward for the San Jose Sharks, has signed a one-year contract with Barys Astana in the KHL. Bailey, who previously played for the Sharks during the 2023-24 season, returns to professional hockey overseas after a stint in the AHL with the San Diego Gulls. During his time with the Sharks, he played in 59 games, recorded five goals and 14 points, and was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. At 31, this marks Bailey's first venture into international play after joining the Sharks organization from the Buffalo Sabres, where he was originally drafted in 2013.
- •Justin Bailey signs with Barys Astana for one year.
- •Bailey previously played for the San Jose Sharks.
- •He scored five goals and 14 points in 59 games last season.
- •Bailey was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.
- •This is Bailey's first experience playing overseas.
- 12:48 AMYahoo Sports — Former Sharks Forward Signs in KHL
"Former San Jose Sharks forward Justin Bailey has signed a one-year deal with Kazakh club Barys Astana of the Russian Kontinental Hockey League.
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