Dramatic wins and stellar performances: Highlights from today’s CHL games

The Asia League Ice Hockey season kicked off this weekend

On September 7, the Yokohama Grits secured a 2-0 victory over the Tohoku Free Blades in Japan, while in South Korea, HL Anyang Ice Hockey Club dominated the Nikko Icebucks with a 5-1 win. The following day, the Tohoku Free Blades bounced back with a 5-2 win over the Grits, and the Nikko Icebucks edged out HL Anyang in a thrilling 4-3 shootout victory.

(08 Sep 2024)

Timothy Campbell suspended

On Thursday night, Fehérvár AV19's Timothy Campbell (#51) committed an Illegal check to the head or neck against Dynamo Pardubice's Roman Červenka (#19). The incident, occurring just 13 seconds into the game, involved Campbell delivering a hit to Červenka's head, deemed avoidable despite Červenka's turning motion.

Following a review of video evidence and in accordance with IIHF Rule 48, the CHL Sports Disciplinary Body has ruled the action as Category 1- ‘Careless.' Campbell will receive a one-game suspension and a €700 fine, effective immediately. Additionally, Campbell will be considered a repeat offender for any future disciplinary actions within the CHL.

(06 Sep 2024)

Nedvěd steps down

Petr Nedvěd has stepped down as the general manager of the Czech national hockey team as of August 31, 2024, due to personal reasons. If circumstances change, the possibility of resuming the collaboration remains. The leadership of Czech Hockey is currently deciding who will take over his responsibilities. Nedvěd served as the general manager of the Czech national team since the 2018/19 season, with a break during the 2022/23 season. He returned for the 2023/24 season, during which the team won the World Championship title at the home tournament in Prague and also secured a bronze medal at the 2022 World Championship in Finland.

(04 Sep 2024)

Metal Ligaen opened tonight

In the opening game of the Danish league, Herning Blue Fox secured a dramatic 4-3 overtime victory against SønderjyskE in Vojens. Emil Kristensen was the hero for Herning, scoring twice, including the game-winner in overtime. Despite trailing 2-0 after the first period, SønderjyskE rallied to tie the game, but ultimately fell short in the extra period. The match was marked by numerous penalties, which disrupted the flow of play but added to the overall tension and excitement for the 1,864 fans in attendance.

(03 Sep 2024)

Start of KHL

The KHL season started today with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl beating Metallurg Magnitogorsk 3-2.

(03 Sep 2024)

Kevin Lindskoug suspended for doping

Swedish goaltender Kevin Lindskoug was suspended for 4 years by Anti-Doping Sweden for violating anti-doping rules.
Lindskoug was caught during a check conducted on February 25 this year after his last team Glasgow Clan EIHL game versus Dundee Stars.
In the urine sample, the London Drug Control Centre testing it found the presence of cocaine and its metabolite

The hockey player's suspension is effective from April 26 this year and will last until April 25, 2028.

(01 Sep 2024)

No Barcelona in the Spanish league

The FC Barcelona ice hockey team has been dissolved for the 2024-25 season due to a lack of a home rink. The decision was made as the players and the club agreed to disband the team, which will not compete in the upcoming season. This situation stems from the removal of their ice rink about two years ago to make room for a temporary museum. Since then, the team has had to play on external rinks without proper training facilities.

This marks the first time since 1989 that the team will not compete in Spain's top division.

(20 Aug 2024)

U20: Hungary beats Italy

Hungary came from behind to defeat Italy 2-1 in the U20 Super Challenge in Karlstad, avoiding last place in the tournament. Despite Nicolò Remolato's early goal for Italy, Hungary secured the win with goals from Krisztián Franyó and Barnabás Lőczi, dominating the shot count 49-24.

The U20 Super Challenge in Karlstad saw Vålerenga Ishockey claim the top spot, finishing with four wins and one loss, followed closely by France and Färjestad BK. BIK Karlskoga secured fourth place, while Hungary and Italy struggled, finishing fifth and sixth respectively, with Italy failing to win any games. The tournament featured standout performances from players like Agust Kittel (BIK) and Robinson Djian (France), who led the scoring chart.

(18 Aug 2024)