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Trevor Parkes Bids Farewell to EHC Red Bull Munich
After seven years in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) with EHC Red Bull Munich, Canadian forward Trevor Parkes has decided to part ways with the club. The most significant achievement during their partnership was the German championship victory in 2023. Parkes played a total of 332 games in the DEL for the Red Bulls, but missed the entirety of the 2024-25 season due to a severe knee injury.
Parkes Reflects on His Time in Munich
In a statement, Parkes acknowledged the last seven years as the best of his career and expressed gratitude for his experience with the team. He particularly cherished the moment when they lifted the championship trophy in 2023. Parkes joined Munich in summer 2018, following two seasons with Augsburg Panthers.
Over the course of his first five years with the Red Bulls, Parkes became the DEL's record goalscorer for the club until February 16, 2023, with 128 goals. However, Yasin Ehliz currently leads the internal goal-scorer list with 131 DEL goals. Parkes held the top scorer title in the regular seasons of 2019-20 and 2020-21.
Winkler Praises Parkes' Impact
EHC Red Bull Munich Manager Christian Winkler acknowledged Parkes' impact on and off the ice. He expressed regret about Parkes' inability to end his time with the club on a high note due to his severe injury. Winkler referred to Parkes as one of the best players in the organization's history.
Information on Parkes' Post-Munich Career
Sources such as Elite Prospects and the official DEL website are valuable resources for up-to-date statistics and achievements of players like Trevor Parkes following their departure from esteemed teams. Further details regarding his career progression and accolades can be found on hockey news websites that specialize in the sport.
Trevor Parkes, during his heartfelt reflection, mentioned the German championship victory in 2023 as the highlight of his seven extraordinary years with EHC Red Bull Munich. Despite the unfortunate setback of a severe knee injury that kept him out during the 2024-25 season, Parkes maintained his status as one of the top scorers in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL), with records currently held by Yasin Ehliz.
In the National Hockey League (NHL), where Parkes' career journey may continue, his statistics and accomplishments will likely be featured on websites specializing in hockey news.