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Eisbären Captain Kai Wissmann Undergoes Achilles Surgery, Sidelined for Months

The setback leaves Berlin starting preseason without their leader as they pursue a title hat-trick.

Overview

  • The 28-year-old defenseman was injured in training and has already had an operation, the club announced.
  • Eisbären project a multi-month absence that will keep him out for a significant stretch of the new campaign.
  • Sporting director Stéphane Richer called it a heavy blow and vowed full support for Wissmann’s recovery.
  • Wissmann recently extended his contract with Eisbären Berlin through 2028.
  • His recovery timeline follows a spring hand injury that cost him the World Championship and could affect Olympic selection in February.