Star scorer who once held Munich's goal record departs EHC club - Achieving Past Glory's Top Scorer in Munich Ice Hockey Sheds His Club's Jersey
Munich Lost a Familiar Scoring Presence as Trevor Parkes Departed
Trevor Parkes, former record goal scorer for EHC Red Bull Munich in Germany's Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL), has announced his departure from the team after seven years. The Canadian forward joined Munich in 2018 and is remembered for his crucial role in their championship victory in 2023.
Throughout his seven-year tenure, Parkes played 332 games for the Red Bulls. However, a severe knee injury kept him out of action during the 2024-25 season.
Parkes expressed his gratitude for his time in Munich while recognizing it as the best phase of his career: "The last seven years were the best of my career, and the move to Munich was an easy decision I've never regretted. There are unforgettable moments, including holding the championship trophy aloft two years ago, which was certainly the pinnacle of my career."
His impressive tally of 128 goals, donned in a Munich jersey, placed him at the helm of the team's goal-scoring chart until Yasin Ehliz surpassed him earlier this year. During the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons, Parkes dominated the DEL top goal-scorer chart in the regular season.
EHC Red Bull Munich managers highlighted Parkes' impact both on and off the ice: "Trevor was a true impact player – his leadership qualities were evident throughout his time with us. Unfortunately, last season's severe injury hindered his performance, depriving him of the proper send-off we'd hoped to provide."
Parkes expressed his appreciation for the team's support and deemed himself fortunate to have played alongside great teammates: "I am grateful for the camaraderie, dedication, and support from everyone in the organization. Being a part of this team and living in Munich for the past seven years has been an exceptional experience."
Today, Trevor Parkes' legacy as a consistent goal scorer and a significant contributor to Munich's championship aspirations is etched in the annals of the team's history. His departure leaves a void on the ice and a void in the hearts of fans who watched his career unfold in Munich jersey.
In the seven-year tenure of Trevor Parkes with EHC Red Bull Munich, he scored an impressive 128 goals, making him the team's all-time leading goal scorer until Yasin Ehliz surpassed him this year. Though Parkes' injury-riddled 2024-25 season cut his time with the NHL team short, his legacy as a consistent goal scorer and significant contributor continues to echo in the annals of Munich's ice hockey history.
