Berlin Ice Hockey Fans Await Potential NHL Return!
The thrill in Berlin's ice hockey community is palpable as whispers of the NHL revisiting the city circulate. Known for venturing teams across Europe annually, Berlin could soon join the list of lucky locations.
Berlin's Appealing Prospects and Eisbären's Enthusiasm
Situated handily, both Berlin and the city's Eisbären team relish the prospect of welcoming the NHL back. In 2022, the Mercedes-Benz Arena played host to the San José Sharks, resulting in a tough 1:3 loss for the Eisbären [1].
Thomas Bothstede, the Eisbären's managing director, shared his enthusiasm. "Any time the NHL drops by in Berlin, we're all thrilled!" he said, expressing their eagerness to participate in future events.
Berlin's attractiveness isn't confined to the Eisbären. Phil Anschutz, a business mogul with interests in real estate, oil, and railroads, props up the Los Angeles Kings – an NHL team [1]. As owner of the Eisbären, his participation offers an influential edge.
Peter John Lee, the deputy chairman on the Eisbären's supervisory board, echoed the excitement. He promised a visit to Los Angeles in February, promising more deets then [1]. Berlin's main competitor in this venture includes cultivated contenders like Munich and Mannheim.
The NHL's European Escapades
The NHL has a long-standing history of grandeur displays in Europe. Competitive European cities like Stockholm, Prague, Helsinki, and now Berlin, are on the list for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey [3]. The magic of European ice hockey is well-known to the NHL, with its global fanbase appreciating the energy, passion, and unique vibe that European hockey enthusiasts offer.
Readying for the Enchanting Ice Day
At this juncture, local sports outlets like regio sport berlin and sport – leuchtturm berlin abound with updates about potential NHL games in Berlin [2]. Other German ice hockey fans eagerly tune in, brimming with anticipation for future international skirmishes.
Awaiting the pivotal moment touted as "sports day in the ticker," Berlin sports admirers revel in the buzz that this prospective return has engendered. Regardless of the outcome, the buzz and excitement among fans have cemented a memorable chapter in Berlin's sports history.
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- , "Berliner Eisbären: NHL talks again to the Berlin Eisbären", accessed December 16, 2023.
- , "World Cup of Hockey 2028", accessed December 16, 2023.
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Berlin might not be seeing NHL teams rolling into the city any time soon, as there haven't been any official announcements for 202x [4]. However, there's an exciting development brewing, featuring the NFL, which will bring the Indianapolis Colts to Berlin's Olympiastadion in 2025 [5]. This announcement isn't related to the NHL, but it signals that Berlin is an exceptional locale for international sporting events. To keep up with the latest NHL news, visit the official NHL website or follow relevant sports media outlets for any impending updates about future games or events in Berlin.
[4] There is no mention of such an announcement in recent or current news or updates.
[5] Indianapolis Colts to Play 2025 NFL Game in Berlin. (2023, November 28). European Football News. Retrieved December 16, 2023, from
