Overview
- Liam Kirk scored twice, with Lester Lancaster, Frederik Tiffels and Jean-Sébastien Dea also on the scoresheet in the 5-2 home win.
- The game drew a sell-out crowd of 14,200 at the Arena am Ostbahnhof, and coach Serge Aubin praised a complete performance.
- Berlin hold a one-point edge for the final direct playoff spot over the Fischtown Pinguins, who beat Frankfurt 5-4 in overtime.
- Markus Vikingstad left the ice early and is likely to miss the trip to Bremerhaven, while defenseman Jonas Müller returns from suspension.
- EHC Red Bull München defeated Dresden 5-2 on the same day, shaping the broader DEL picture around playoff and relegation battles.