Overview

• EHC Red Bull München announced that defenseman Will Butcher has been ruled out indefinitely after mandatory preseason medical exams uncovered health irregularities.
• The 30-year-old former NHL player is under specialist care and will miss upcoming training sessions and the September 9 DEL season opener.
• Managing Director Christian Winkler said the club will provide comprehensive support to Butcher and his family and will update the public on any new developments.
• Butcher joined München in November following a five-year NHL stint and a bronze medal at the 2018 World Championships.
• München’s roster has been reshuffled to cover his absence as the perennial title contenders gear up for the new DEL season.