Overview

• Berlin beat České Budějovice 5:3 at the Budweis tournament for a second consecutive preseason win after a 6:3 result over HC Liberec.
• Andreas Eder scored twice against the hosts, with Liam Kirk, Eric Hördler and Markus Vikingstad adding the other goals.
• The victories come in the late preseason phase as Berlin finalize lines and match rhythm.
• The first competitive fixture is set for 28 August in the Champions Hockey League at Norwegian champion Storhamar.
• The DEL title defense begins on 9 September in Berlin against promoted Dresdner Eislöwen, with captain Kai Wissmann out for months through injury.