Saison 2025/2026

Cologne Falls‌ in Shootout⁣ to​ Augsburg in Thrilling 3-4 Contest

COLOGNE, GERMANY – November 22, 2023 – ‍A hard-fought battle ended ⁣in heartbreak for Cologne as they fell 3-4 to the Augsburg Panthers ‍in a penalty shootout at a sold-out LANXESS arena wednesday night. Despite⁣ twice leveling the score and a valiant defensive effort during a crucial penalty kill, Cologne narrowly⁣ missed ‌out on the win, slipping to a 3-4 defeat.

The game, which marked‍ the first time this season Cologne has gone to overtime, ​saw both teams trade goals throughout regulation, ultimately finishing 3-3.Dominik Bokk scored twice⁢ for Cologne, with Gregor MacLeod​ adding⁤ another, ⁣but decisive penalty ⁣shots from Anthony louis – including the game-winner – sealed the victory for Augsburg. The loss comes despite ‍Cologne climbing one spot in the PENNY DEL standings to fourth place.

The contest began with an early Augsburg goal by Anthony Louis just one minute in, quickly⁤ answered by ⁣Dominik Bokk at the seven-minute mark,‌ assisted by Kammerer.Augsburg regained⁣ the lead in the ‌22nd minute through Tim Wohlgemuth, before Gregor macleod tied it up again at 30 minutes, assisted​ by Patrick Russell. Riley Damiani put Augsburg ahead in ⁤the 48th minute, only for Bokk to equalize with⁣ a⁢ powerplay goal in the 59th minute, assisted by Kemiläinen, forcing⁣ overtime.

Following a scoreless overtime period, the‍ game went to a penalty shootout. Patrick ⁣Russell initially gave Cologne the⁤ advantage, but Alexander Blank​ responded for Augsburg. After Oliwer Kaski and Bokk missed their attempts, Louis scored the ⁢decisive goal for augsburg, securing the 3-4 victory.

GAME STATISTICS:

* 0:1 Anthony Louis (1st minute)
* ⁤ 1:1 Dominik Bokk (Kammerer) (7th minute)
* 1:2 Tim​ Wohlgemuth (Cramarossa, Trevelyan) (22nd minute)
* ⁣⁣ 2:2 Gregor MacLeod⁢ (Russell) (30th minute)
* ‍ 2:3 Riley Damiani (Busdeker) (48th minute)
* 3:3 Dominik Bokk (Powerplay/Kemiläinen) (59th minute)
* 3:4 ⁣ Anthony louis (Decisive⁢ Penalty)

KEY FACTS:

* First overtime game of the season for Cologne.
* LANXESS arena sold out for the third consecutive game.
* Cologne moves to fourth place ⁤in​ the PENNY DEL standings⁤ despite the loss.
* ‌‌ All periods and overtime ⁢ended in a 1-1 draw.

COACH⁣ & ⁤PLAYER REACTION:

“We had a arduous time​ today, it wasn’t an easy game. I had the⁣ feeling that we were missing five percent – in all areas. That was particularly noticeable with the first two goals we conceded. We weren’t as concentrated as we used to be. Who knows which⁢ is what ⁢the point at the end is good ‌for. First we have ⁣to analyze the⁣ game and be better next time ⁣- that’s what⁢ I value,”​ said Cologne⁤ Head‌ Coach Kari Jalonen.

Jan Luca Sennhenn ​commented, “It was a ⁤close game until the end, in which we unfortunately ended up in a penalty shootout and didn’t have a happier​ ending. For me personally, it was of ⁣course nice to have played ‌a competitive game again after my ​injury.”

Cologne will return to home ice on Sunday, November 23rd, to face the Schwenninger Wild Wings, with puck drop ‍scheduled for 6 p.m.

Köln, Germany – ⁤Season ticket holders⁤ for the Haie ice hockey team are invited to an exclusive ‍Fan Day following Sunday’s home game, offering a group photo ⁢on the ice, an autograph session with⁤ the team, and​ special discounts.

On-Ice ⁣Photo & Safety Guidelines: Fans⁢ participating ‌in ‍the group photo ⁣on the ice are asked to report to the north info counter after the game. Participants ‌are responsible for their own ‌safety ⁤and the Haie institution assumes no‌ liability for falls or ‍injuries. Attendees must‍ bring⁤ all personal belongings onto the‍ ice,as access ⁢to seats will be restricted after the photo. Both physical and digital​ season tickets should be readily available for ⁤inspection upon entering ⁤the ice.Glass items are ⁢prohibited, and fans are asked to prevent⁤ anything from ​falling onto the ice surface. Assistance should be offered⁢ to those with‍ mobility issues. the photo ⁢will be taken from ⁢level five, with multiple shots captured and distributed after the event. Exit will ‌be directed ⁢thru the ice machine ‍entrance.

Autograph Session: ‌ Following the ⁢on-ice photo, fans can meet the team in the northern ‌area of the arena for an ​autograph‌ session including personal conversations ​and photo opportunities. the⁤ GAMEDAYstore North, concession⁢ stand, and smoking area will remain open during the session.

Exclusive Benefits: Season ticket holders will receive a €2.20‍ price for ‍0.2l ‌Kölsch beers in the Season Ticket Club (accessible via the⁢ staircase between‍ blocks 215 & 216) on Sundays, and⁢ during half-time breaks. A ‌50% ‌discount on all available caps is available at the‌ GAMEDAYstore⁢ Nord after the game and during the autograph ⁢session, while supplies⁣ last and ⁣cannot be combined with other offers. Additionally, season ticket holders can claim⁤ two free⁢ tickets to the “elfter im Eleventh” event at the LANXESS arena‌ using ‍a code emailed on Friday. Those who did not ⁣receive the‌ email should contact dauerkarten@haie.de.

Haie Secure 3-1 Victory Over Iserlohn⁢ in PINKTOBER Home Game

COLOGNE, GERMANY – The Cologne ⁤Sharks⁢ (Haie) defeated the Iserlohn Roosters 3-1 Saturday night at Lanxess Arena in a high-intensity matchup designated as the club’s annual​ PINKTOBER game supporting breast cancer awareness. the win caps a six-point weekend for the Haie, fueled by a strong second and third period performance and a late empty-net goal.

The ‍game remained scoreless through the first 20 ⁣minutes, characterized by tight​ defense from both sides.Iserlohn broke the deadlock​ in the⁤ 27th minute with a goal from daniel Fischbuch. However,⁤ the ⁣Haie responded quickly, tying⁤ the game at⁢ 1-1 in the⁢ 34th minute with a powerful shot from Valtteri Kemiläinen during a power play. Dominik Bokk then gave Cologne the lead at 2-1 ⁢in⁤ the 39th minute following a combination play with MacLeod and Mo ‌Müller.

Cologne maintained control throughout the final period, creating numerous ⁢scoring opportunities but facing resistance ⁣from Iserlohn goaltender Hane. Goalie Felix Brückmann sustained an injury mid-game, with Tobias Ancicka stepping in to secure the win. Patrick Russell sealed the victory with an empty-net goal with ⁤just three seconds remaining, finalizing the ‍score at 3-1.

GOALS:

* 0:1 Daniel fischbuch (HußCornel) 27th minute

* 1:1 Valtteri Kemiläinen (Macleod, Schnarr) ⁤ 34th minute

* 2:1 Dominik ‍Bokk (Müller, Macleod) 39th ‌minute

* 3:1 Patrick Russell⁢ 60th ‌minute

FACTS:

* Gregor MacLeod recorded a ⁢point in his ⁣tenth game of the season, with‌ two‌ assists on the night.
* Tobias Ancicka earned his first win of ‍the season, while Dominik Bokk scored‌ his first goal as a member of the Haie.
* ​Cologne fired a total of‍ 64 shots, 36 of which where directed at ⁣the Iserlohn goal.

QUOTE:

“It was a very close game today. We played‍ really solidly for over 60 minutes, defended well​ and were able ​to score the important goals up front.” – Valtteri‍ kemiläinen.

Haie Secure First‌ 6-Point Weekend with 4-2 Victory Over ice Tigers

Nuremberg, Germany -⁤ The Haie (Sharks) claimed a crucial ‌4-2 victory over the ⁢Nuremberg ice Tigers on Saturday, securing their first 6-point weekend of the new season after a Friday win.The result marks a notable early boost for the team in⁣ the⁣ league standings.

The ⁢game saw a ⁢back-and-forth first period, with Evan Fitzpatrick – ⁢the Ice tigers’ goalie -‍ initially ​negating a Haie goal⁤ before Gregor MacLeod equalized at⁣ 2-2 in the⁢ 23rd minute. This⁤ goal proved pivotal, shifting momentum in ⁤favor of the​ Haie. Despite⁤ numerous opportunities created by Kammerer, Macleod, and Russell, Fitzpatrick continued to⁣ frustrate the Haie offense.⁤

The Haie broke the​ deadlock in the 52nd minute with a goal from Juhani Tyrväinen, followed swiftly by Oliwer Kaski’s goal just two minutes later, extending the lead ‍to ⁣4-2.A resilient defensive effort, bolstered by‌ strong blocks from Müller, Aubry, and Austin, and key saves from Felix Brückmann, thwarted ‍Nuremberg’s attempts to close the gap, even ​after ‍they​ pulled their goalie in the final minutes.

Goals:

* 0:1 ‍ Louis-Marc Aubry (Kaski, Kero) 8th minute

* 1:1 William Graber (Kechter, Meireles) 13th minute

* 2:1 Samuel ⁤Dove-McFalls ⁤(Gerard,‌ Headrick) 18th minute

* 2:2 Gregor MacLeod (Russell) 23rd minute

* 2:3 Juhani Tyrväinen (Kero,⁢ kaski) 52nd minute

* 2:4 Oliwer Kaski (Kero, Aubry) 54th minute

Key Facts:

* The Haie have ⁤now scored​ in all​ four season games, including three against​ Nuremberg.
* Tanner Kero contributed assists to ‍three ‌of the four ‍Haie goals.
* Luca ⁣Münzenberger made his Penny Del⁣ debut in the game.

Quote:

“It was an important victory for us. We made the two goals ‍too ‌easy, these were ‍big mistakes ‌from us. But I liked our ‍reaction and how we played ‌especially in the third third. The power play ⁢with ‌three ⁤goals was certainly a key to victory today.”‍ – Juhani tyrväinen

The Haie will continue their road⁣ trip next weekend with games‌ in Augsburg and a ⁢home game against Wolfsburg​ on‌ September 28th at 4:30 p.m.

Haie End ⁤Losing Streak with 4-1 Victory Over Schwenningen Wild Wings

Schwenningen, Germany – the Haie celebrated their first win of ‌the​ season with a ​decisive 4-1 victory against the ⁤Schwenningen Wild Wings on Friday night‍ at a sold-out Schwenninger Arena. The win ⁣breaks a five-game ⁢losing streak for the Haie and marks a strong debut⁢ for newcomer Dominik Uher.

The Haie responded quickly after falling behind early,with Gregor Macleod ‌scoring just ‌seven minutes into​ the game to equalize at‍ 1-1.​ Patrick Russell ‍then gave the Haie the lead in the 15th minute,⁤ converting a pass for a⁢ 2-1 advantage. Dominik​ Uher ⁤and Juhani Tyrväinen extended‍ the lead ⁣in the second period, scoring at the 32nd ‌and‌ 38th minutes ⁤respectively, establishing a 4-1 lead that⁣ the Haie would​ maintain through the⁤ final ⁢period.

The Wild Wings pressed for a comeback ‍in⁤ the ​third ⁤period, earning ​several power⁢ play opportunities, but Haie‌ goaltender Felix Brückmann delivered ⁤a strong performance, securing the‍ win with key saves.

Game ⁢Highlights:

* ⁣ 1:0 ⁣ Tylor ⁢Spink ⁢(Spink,Trivellato) – 2nd minute
* ​ 1:1 Gregor MacLeod (Russell) ‌- 7th minute
* 1:2 Patrick ⁢Russell (Schnarr,Kemiläinen) – 15th minute
* 1:3 Dominik Uher (Aubry) – 32nd minute
* 1:4 Juhani‍ Tyrväinen⁣ (Aubry,Austin) – 38th minute

Dominik Uher scored⁣ his first⁢ goal in his first‌ competitive game ‌for the Haie. Nate Schnarr ⁣and Valtteri Kemiläinen also ⁣registered points for the Haie.⁢ Felix Brückmann excelled in his ⁤KEC debut,successfully defending against Schwenningen’s offensive pushes. The ⁢Haie capitalized on one of three power ​play opportunities while remaining penalty-free.

“We wanted to show a reaction to the‌ past weekend and we did this. As a⁢ team, we⁢ played heavily. For me personally,it is​ indeed of‌ course⁢ nice ⁣to meet⁣ in the first game. Now our ‍focus is on Nuremberg on Sunday,” said Dominik Uher ‌after the game.

The Haie will continue ​their road trip on Sunday, facing the Nuremberg Ice Tigers at 2:00 ‍p.m.

Haie Face Red⁢ Bull Munich ⁤in Season Opener Friday

COLOGNE – the⁤ Penny DEL 2025/2026 season kicks off for ⁢the ⁣Cologne Haie ‌this Friday evening​ with a home game against EHC Red ‌Bull Munich at‌ the Lanxess Arena.The puck drops at 7:30 p.m. in a⁣ highly anticipated matchup. Over⁤ 18,000 tickets have⁤ already been sold​ for the season opener, promising⁢ a vibrant atmosphere. ​remaining tickets are available for purchase.

The‍ Haie enter⁢ the season ⁣following a six-week preparation⁤ period, including‍ eight ​test games. ​Thay secured victories in four of those⁤ contests, including recent wins⁢ against Wolfsburg and in Tilburg. Historically, the Haie ‍have won their season opener in three of the last‌ four years.

Munich, ⁢under new head‌ coach oliver David, completed five test games during their preparation.After initial defeats against Bern, Zug, and Graz, they‍ finished ​with wins against Glasgow and Nuremberg.

Key Facts:

* The⁢ teams last ⁤met in⁣ Cologne on opening day in ​2022, with the Haie winning 6-3.
* ⁤ The Haie boast ⁤twelve new‍ players ⁣who could make their debut⁤ Friday. Munich recently announced their twelfth addition, Finnish defender Ville Pokka.
* ⁤Last season,only⁤ one point separated ‌the teams in‍ the final standings,with Munich finishing with 88 points,one ⁣ahead ⁢of Cologne.
* Historically, Munich leads⁤ the head-to-head ​series ⁢with⁢ 42 ​wins ​to Cologne’s 23 in 65​ Penny⁤ DEL encounters.

Quote:

“It will be exciting to ‌play again in the arena ⁢- certainly in front ⁤of a great backdrop and great ⁣atmosphere. ⁢The⁣ anticipation with me and⁤ the team‍ is great. A top opponent ⁢awaits‌ us ⁤with Munich. I could imagine​ that both teams feel each other out at‌ the beginning, but then a wild⁣ game can also‌ develop. In the end we⁤ want to win the game, of course,” said Moritz ⁤Müller.