Overview
- Kassel won 4–3 in Crimmitschau after a shootout, with Tyler Benson converting the decisive attempt.
- Goal scorers in regulation were Louis Brune and Tim McGauley for the hosts, and Andrew Bodnarchuk, Bode Wilde and Michael Bartuli for the visitors.
- Goaltender Philipp Maurer delivered multiple key saves, including the final shootout stop on Denis Shevyrin, to secure the victory for the league leaders.
- The game was physical from the start, including a heavy early check on Vinny Saponari that forced the Crimmitschau forward off the ice.
- Lineup notes for Kassel included Tristan Keck's return, Tim Bender's injury absence, Hans Detsch shifting to defense and reports that Markus Freis is set to depart.