When the Krefeld Pinguines compete in DEL 2 at EHC Freiburg on Sunday, it will be a family duel. Defender David Trinkberger is in the ranks of the penguins. The 196cm-tall defender arrived in Krefeld from Düsseldorfer EG this summer. His brother Luca, who is 19 months younger than him, is also a defender and is starting his third season in Freiburg.
“I am looking forward to this match because it is the first time we have played against each other,” said the newcomer from Krefeld after training on Thursday. Although the two brothers were born and raised in Landshut and also learned the basics of ice hockey there, they have never played on a team. As soon as it was possible, I moved to North America, ”reports David.
Even without a common ice age, they still maintain very close contact: “We talk every day, but the tactics for Sunday’s match are left out. Everyone plays for their own club,” says David, who, unlike his younger brother. , also has the experience of 83 games in the DEL.
Both are expecting visitors to Freiburg on Sunday. “Many family members are coming, it will definitely be a good game for us,” says the elder of the two brothers. Asked if there was already a bet, the 26-year-old replies: “Not yet, but there may still be something going on.” In addition to seeing his brother again, the tall defender also has Freiburg opponents in mind. “It is a good team with strong import players, we must not underestimate the task. After the long journey, we must be ready immediately.”
Trinkberger still mourns the defeat against Kassel. It was a great ice hockey night for everyone involved, it’s a shame we didn’t reward our big fans with a win ”. If the penguins win in Freiburg, David Trinkberger has two reasons to celebrate. Success with the penguins and victory in the family duel.
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