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NY Rangers Goaltender Alexandar Georgiev Compares US to Russia

© Sputnik / Alexei Kudenko / Go to the mediabankRussia's goalie Alexander Georgiyev with silver medal of the 2016 IIHF Ice Hockey World Junior Championship in Finland
Russia's goalie Alexander Georgiyev with silver medal of the 2016 IIHF Ice Hockey World Junior Championship in Finland - Sputnik International
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The Bulgarian-Russian netminder told Sport24 he has completely adapted to life in the US, sounding off on differences between Russian and American cultures.

The 22-year-old has been on the come-up lately, starting over Henrik Lundqvist and is now 4-2-1 for the season with a.922 save percentage.

"Everyday life is very different here. For instance, it's considered completely normal to wear a hat during a meal. In Russia you'd get smacked upside the head immediately: 'Are you out your mind? Have some respect!" said Georgiev.

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The rising star added he didn't have any language barrier problems.

"I feel totally comfortable. No problems at all, language-wise. My parents sent me to a language-specialized school, so I've been fluent in English since I was 10."

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