Cologne Sharks Close in on Elimination of Bremerhaven's Pinguins in DEL Playoffs
Teetering on the Edge of Expulsion in DEL Playoffs: Bremerhaven's Predicament - Pre-DEL Playoffs: Anticipation in Bremerhaven
The Fischtown Pinguins from Bremerhaven are staring down the barrel of elimination in the DEL playoff quarterfinals. Following their third game loss to the Cologne Sharks in overtime, 2:3 (0:1, 0:1, 2:0, 0:1), the Northern Germans now trail the series 0:3.
It takes four victories to progress to the semifinals, so, under coach Alexander Sulzer's tutelage, the Bremerhaven team must now string together four consecutive wins to dodge elimination. Game four is scheduled for Monday (7:30 PM/Magentasport) in Cologne.
In successive games, the Bremerhaven squad has struggled to convert their chances, and the Cologne goalie, Julius Hudacek, has repeatedly thwarted their efforts. On the other hand, the Sharks have shown a clinical edge and led the match 2:0 after two periods. Miha Verlic (41.) and Phillip Bruggisser (52.) managed to score for the hosts in the final period, but Marco Münzenberger (62.) dealt the decisive blow in overtime.
- Ice Hockey
- B bremerhaven
- DEL
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- Cologne
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- Rhineland
While the specifics of the current series score may not be available across all sources, it's typical for DEL playoff seasons to adopt a best-of-seven series format, with the first team to win four games progressing to the next round. Given the current 0:3 deficit, the Fischtown Pinguins could potentially find themselves knocked out unless they can deliver an unprecedented string of victories. To remain informed, checking the official DEL website or reputable sports news outlets is advised.
If the Fischtown Pinguins from Bremerhaven want to avoid elimination in the DEL playoff quarterfinals, they need to win four consecutive games. This means they must perform exceptionally well against the Cologne Sharks, who have been playing stellar hockey this season. Interestingly enough, the DEL playoff format often follows a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four victories progressing to the next round, making the stakes even higher for the Pinguins as they currently trail 0:3.
