Eisbären Berlin Anticipate Tough DEL Quarterfinal Series Against Straubing Tigers

Coach Serge Aubin emphasizes respect for Straubing's recent improvements under new leadership and prepares for a potentially extended playoff battle.

The Eisbären Berlin face the Straubing Tigers in the DEL quarterfinals, beginning Sunday at the Arena am Ostbahnhof.
Coach Serge Aubin acknowledges Straubing's strong form under new coach Craig Woodcroft, who took over in February.
Despite finishing second in the regular season, Aubin stresses that past performance holds no weight in the playoffs.
Key players Ty Ronning and Leonhard Pföderl, who led the DEL in scoring during the regular season, are expected to play pivotal roles for Berlin.
Aubin has yet to announce the starting goaltender for the series opener, with Jonas Stettmer and Jake Hildebrand both under consideration.