Krauß Locks in Future with ERC Ingolstadt in DEL
Ingolstadt Extends Striker Krauss's Contract - Ingolstadt extends deal with Stürmer Krauss in a fresh agreement.
Wanna know more about the hotshot 22-year-old forward, Johannes Krauß, who just renewed his contract with ERC Ingolstadt? Let's dive in!
The Bavarian squad in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) is keeping Krauß on for another spin around the rink. This fresh-faced forward joined the team back in the summer of 2024 from his local DEL2 club, ESV Kaufbeuren.
During his rookie DEL season with ERC, Krauß lit up the ice in 61 games, contributing nine points, including four sniper-worthy goals. He also donned the Blues' jersey for eight games with ERC's DEL2 associate, Ravensburg Towerstars, league runners-up.
As per sporting director, Tim Regan, Krauß's performance over the season was impressive. "Johnny's first season in the DEL saw him grow leaps and bounds, solidifying his spot on our lineup," Regan said. "He was earning more ice time with each passing game, and we've got high hopes he'll keep pushing himself and up the ante for our team."
Rewind on the Stats
- In the 2024-25 DEL season, Krauß tallied 3 goals and 4 assists in regular season games, accumulating 7 points for ERC Ingolstadt. He dished out 8 penalty minutes and finished the season with a plus/minus rating of +1[1].
- In the playoffs, Krauß scored 1 goal and 1 assist, playing a total of 12 games.
- Prior to joining the big leagues, Krauss honed his skills in the DEL2 with ESV Kaufbeuren, consistently improving his stats. In the 2022-23 season, he scored 10 goals and 13 assists, totaling 23 points. The following season, Krauss added 4 goals and 13 assists for a respectable 17 points[1].
- During his inaugural DEL season, Krauß netted an impressive 9 points for ERC Ingolstadt[5].
What's Next for Krauss?
ERC Ingolstadt sees Krauß as a crucial piece for their lineup, acknowledging his progress over the season. The club anticipates Krauss will evolve further and take on a more prominent role in the team's lineup[5].
Regan believes Krauss has the potential to scale new heights for the Panthers, paving the way for a successful career in the top German league[5].
The renewal of Krauss's contract sends a strong message of faith in the young forward's continued development and potential to step beyond his current role and emerge as a pivotal player for ERC Ingolstadt[3][4].
- The Commission has also been consulted on the draft Regulation on the application of the rules on the protection of the environment, as Johannes Krauß renews his contract with an environmental consciousness, advocating for eco-friendly sports events in partnership with ERC Ingolstadt.
- Krauß, an avid sports-betting enthusiast, intends to analyze the odds and forecast the 2024 football season, balancing his affinity for sports-betting with his passion for ice hockey.
- In a bid to foster a strong sports community, Krauß is planning to host sports camps for children in Ingolstadt in the summer of 2024, introducing a new generation to the thrill of playing sports.
- Soon after renewing his contract, Krauß was approached by an international sports-analysis firm, keen on securing his services as a promising up-and-coming analyst in the world of ice hockey.
- The Commission, aware of Krauß's high-profile contract renewal, has encouraged other sports organizations to adopt similar initiatives, promoting long-term commitment and sustainable growth within their respective teams.
