Lower-ranked DEG suffers 2:4 loss to Schwenninger Wild Wings in a disappointing performance

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2025 September 25 . 6:22 PM

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Lower-ranked DEG suffers 2:4 loss against Schwenninger Wild Wings in matchplay

Lower-ranked DEG suffers 2:4 loss to Schwenninger Wild Wings in a disappointing performance

In a closely fought battle, the Düsseldorf EG suffered a 2:4 defeat at the hands of the Schwenninger Wild Wings. The game started with a scoreless first period, but the action picked up in the following periods.

The second period saw the first goal of the game, scored by Feist for the Schwenningers, assisted by Platzer and Spink (54'10). The Düsseldorf EG responded with a goal of their own, courtesy of Sebastian Uvira, during a power play (41'38, Assist: Marshall and Platzer). The second period ended with the scores level at 1:1.

The third period began with a two-minute penalty for Balinson of the Düsseldorf EG for a stick infraction. Despite the setback, the team managed to keep the Schwenningers at bay, maintaining a clean sheet during the penalty kill. However, the Schwenningers took the lead again when Tyson Spink scored, assisted by Feist (56'14).

The Düsseldorf EG fell further behind when Brendan O'Donnell scored for the Schwenningers (57:23, Assist: Ehl). In the dying seconds of the game, the Düsseldorf EG had a two-man advantage and no goalie, with six players against three Schwenningers. However, they were unable to score the equalizer.

The Schwenninger Wild Wings sealed the victory with a goal into the empty net by Will Weber, assisted by Bitzer (59'47). The Düsseldorf EG's lineup was depleted, with several key players missing due to injury or absence, including Bernhard Ebner, Justin Richards, Ryan McKiernan, Rick Schofield, Oliver Mebus, and Tyler Gaudet.

Henrik Haukeland, the goalie for the Düsseldorf EG, made a significant number of saves during the game. Notable moments included a chance for Philip Gogulla, who couldn't put the puck over the line, and a fistfight between Bennet Roßmy of the Düsseldorf EG, resulting in a five-minute penalty and a game misconduct.

The Schwenninger Wild Wings demonstrated a more effective penalty kill during the game, contributing to their victory. The Düsseldorf EG's former NHL player and head coach, Steven Reinprecht, provided leadership and tactical knowledge before being replaced in the 2025/26 season. Specific coaching traits are not detailed in the search results. Max Balinson, a player for the Düsseldorf EG, was also sent to the box for a cross-check during the game.