Dresden Ice Lions secure signing of Canadian ice hockey player, Lance Bouma.
The Dresden Ice Lions are diving headfirst into their inaugural season in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL), bolstering their squad with the addition of 35-year-old Canadian forward Lance Bouma. Leaving behind the Swedish top-tier club Linkoeping HC, this battle-hardened veteran has inked a one-year deal with the riverbank-hugging club.
A seasoned pro with over 700 games under his belt, Bouma boasts an impressive résumé that includes stints with the Calgary Flames and Chicago Blackhawks in the National Hockey League (NHL), as well as 190 games in the American Hockey League (AHL). Since 2019, he's been making waves in Europe, donning the jerseys of Oskarshamn, Linkoeping HC, Malmo in the Swedish SHL, and Geneva-Servette HC in the Swiss National League.
Matthias Roos, the Ice Lions' sports director, commends Bouma's tenacious style of play: "Lance is known for his grit, offensive instincts, and versatility. He's not afraid to take the hit, a trait that'll serve our team well. His extensive experience across North America and Europe, coupled with his unwavering dedication, will undeniably bolster our ranks. Lance assumes responsibility in any situation, making him an invaluable addition as he takes on a more offensive role this season."
After securing Slovakian goaltender Julius Hudacek, former NHL defenseman Justin Braun, and ex-Munich player Trevor Parkes, Bouma represents the fourth new signing for the Ice Lions. (dpa)
[Originally, Bouma has played 355 games in the NHL, scoring 26 goals, 44 assists, and earning 70 points, with a -23 plus/minus and 182 penalty minutes. In the AHL, he's clocked 69 games, netting 14 goals, 24 assists, and 38 points with a +10 plus/minus and 59 penalty minutes. His transition to European hockey commenced in recent years, with specific statistics from DEL or other European leagues yet to be available as of now.]
Bouma's extensive experience in various hockey leagues, including the National Hockey League (NHL), American Hockey League (AHL), and European leagues, will undoubtedly contribute to the Dresden Ice Lions' sports performances this season, given his tenacious style of play and offensive instincts. With the addition of Bouma, hockey fans can anticipate exciting matches as the Dresden Ice Lions dive headfirst into their inaugural season in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL).
