Zalinsky has played with the
New York Red Bulls academy since 2016. During the 2020
USL Championship season Zalinsky appeared for
New York Red Bulls II. He made his debut on September 9, 2020, starting in a 6–0 win over
Philadelphia Union II. In the fall of 2021, Zalinsky moved to
Rutgers University to play
college soccer. On December 20, 2024, Zalinsky was drafted by
St. Louis City SC in the
2025 MLS SuperDraft. On September 8, 2025, Zalinsky joined
USL Championship side
Indy Eleven on loan for the remainder of the season. He returned to St. Louis following the end of the season after making 7 league appearances. Zalinsky's contract option was declined by St. Louis City SC on November 25, 2025. ==References==