Overview

• The reigning DEL champions beat host Motor České Budějovice 5:3 to close the tournament.
• Andreas Eder scored twice, with Liam Kirk, Eric Hördler and Markus Vikingstad providing the other goals.
• A day earlier, Berlin defeated HC Liberec 6:3 after pulling away in the final period.
• The first competitive game arrives on August 28 in the Champions Hockey League at Storhamar.
• The DEL title defense starts on September 9 at home against promoted Dresdner Eislöwen, with captain Kai Wissmann sidelined for months.