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Dresdner Eislöwen Lose Top Forward Dane Fox to Three-Month Doping Ban

Fox will remain ineligible until mid-September after testing positive for THC in December, prompting the club to reshape its lineup for the season opener.

Für drei Monate gesperrt: Dane Fox
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Overview

  • NADA has officially suspended the 31-year-old forward for three months, rendering him ineligible until mid-September 2025.
  • The ban stems from a doping test after a December 22, 2024 home game that detected THC in Fox’s sample.
  • He is barred from all team activities until early September, when he can resume full practice in time for the season opener.
  • Club officials attributed the relatively lenient suspension to Fox’s full cooperation and a lack of intent to enhance performance.
  • Fox’s absence creates a void in Dresden’s lineup after his eight goals and nine assists in the playoffs, prompting the Eislöwen to adjust their roster.