Tim Stuetzle Joins Germany's World Championship Squad Late
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Ready to cheer on the Germans at the World Championship? Well, hold your horses, sports fans! NHL sensation Tim Stuetzle won't be joining the party just yet. The DEB team, led by head coach Harold Kreis, kicked off their World Championship journey in Sweden and Denmark with a dominating 6:1 win over Hungary[1]. Unfortunately, our top forward wasn't present[2].
The DEB squad celebrated their seventh victory in eight games against Hungary, securing a comfortable start to the championship. The goals were scored by Dominik Kahun (10., 60.), Joshua Samanski (16.), Lukas Kalble (35.), Frederik Tiffels (40.), and Alexander Ehl (46.)[1]. Two years ago, they handed Hungary a 7:2 drubbing en route to the World Championship final in Tampere[1].
Kazakhstan will be serving as Germany's second opponents on Sunday (16:20 CET/ProSieben and MagentaSport)[1]. But let's talk about the missing star of the show – Tim Stuetzle. After a slight injury following the playoff exit, Stuetzle is on his way to Denmark[2]. However, due to clearance issues with his Ottawa Senators, he won't be able to participate in the first two matches[2]. "It was a test of patience for us. We would have liked to have resolved this earlier, but it wasn't possible," said DEB sports director Christian Kunast on MagentaSport[2].
Stuetzle's absence didn't seem to hinder the team's performance in their opening game. Despite a difficult start, the DEB team managed to find their footing, with some nervy mistakes at the beginning[1]. In goal, NHL keeper Philipp Grubauer made his debut, while Mathias Niederberger is expected to step up for the second game[1].
Berlin World Championship debutant Eric Mik, his club colleague Manuel Wiederer, and the third goalkeeper Arno Tiefensee remain unreported[1]. Here's to hoping they bring the same spirit and determination when they hit the ice!
[1] ntv.de, lme/sid[2] Unconfirmed Sources
- The puck will be in the hands of NHL keeper Philipp Grubauer in the second game as Mathias Niederberger is expected to step up, filling the gap left by the absence of Tim Stuetzle.
- Despite Tim Stuetzle's absence, Berlin World Championship debutant Eric Mik and his club colleague Manuel Wiederer, along with the third goalkeeper Arno Tiefensee, are yet to make their mark on the tournament.
- The German team, having demonstrated their superiority in their opening game against Hungary, will look to maintain their form as they face Kazakhstan, with the hope of securing another victory in the World Championships.
- Despite the delayed inclusion of NHL sensation Tim Stuetzle due to clearance issues with his Ottawa Senators, it appears the DEB team has effectively resolved the matter and is eagerly waiting for his arrival to bolster their squad.
