HC Dynamo Pardubice squandered a two-goal lead to lose 3–2 in overtime against EHC Biel-Bienne at the Red Bulls Salute tournament in Zell am See, Austria, according to match reports from mountfieldhk.cz. The team controlled the early stages of the middle frame thanks to quick strikes from Jan Stránský and Tomáš Vondráček, but Biel rallied through goals from Jesper Sylvegard, Gaëtan Haas, and Yanick Jakovenko to secure the comeback victory.
Pardubice Struggles in Austria While Tomášek’s Debut
The tournament opener saw Pardubice build a solid 2–0 advantage early in the second period following goals by Stránský, assisted by Lukáš Sedlák, and Vondráček, set up by Mário Kelemen. According to mountfieldhk.cz, that cushion vanished as Biel mounted a steady recovery. Sylvegard struck at the 36-minute mark, Haas leveled the score at 47 minutes, and Jakovenko sealed the 3–2 win in overtime at 62:10.
Despite the setback, the match marked the official debut of forward David Tomášek with his new club. Head coach Pešán deployed a lineup featuring netminder Will alongside defenders such as Peter Čerešňák and Jan Košťálek, while integrating high-profile forwards like Červenka. Pardubice will now face the loser of the alternative bracket in the battle for third place at the Austrian venue.
Mountfield Extends Undefeated Preseason Streak Against Graz
While their archrivals faltered in Austria, Mountfield HK routed the Graz 99ers 6–1 on home ice to maintain a perfect record through four preseason matches, as reported by mountfieldhk.cz. The team dominated the Austrian opponents who compete in the international ICE Hockey League, powered by a first-line performance where six different players recorded multi-point games.
Vyvial opened the scoring at ten minutes with help from Martin Jergl and Kelly Klíma. Further goals from Lukáš Zdráhal, Markus Nenonen, Tomáš Pláněk, Jeremiáš Pilař, and Kevin Kohout widened the gap. Goaltender Škorvánek anchored the defense, stopping the majority of Graz’s offensive threats while yielding only a single tally to Trevor Vela in the second period.
Upcoming Preseason Schedule and European Contests
The Czech extraliga preparation schedule continues with several international fixtures. Adler Mannheim hosts Rytíři Kladno at the Herisau Classics in Herisau, while the Augsburger Panther face HC Kometa Brno at the Dolomiten Cup in Neumarkt. Additional weekend matchups feature Banes Motor České Budějovice against the Vienna Capitals and HC VERVA Litvínov meeting the Black Wings Linz at the Vinschgau Cup.
| Team | Recent Result | Next Opponent / Tournament |
|---|---|---|
| HC Dynamo Pardubice | 3–2 OT loss vs. EHC Biel-Bienne | Red Bulls Salute (Zell am See) |
| Mountfield HK | 6–1 win vs. Graz 99ers | CCM Cup (Crimmitschau) |
Did you know? Mountfield HK has not lost a single game in their four-match preparation calendar, showcasing deep scoring production across all four forward lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored for Pardubice against EHC Biel-Bienne?
According to mountfieldhk.cz, Jan Stránský and Tomáš Vondráček scored the two goals for Pardubice during regulation time.
What was the final score of the Mountfield HK vs. Graz match?
Mountfield HK defeated the Graz 99ers with a score of 6–1 on home ice.
Who made his debut for Pardubice during the tournament in Austria?
Forward David Tomášek played his first match for Dynamo in the game against EHC Biel-Bienne.
Where is Mountfield HK playing their next matches?
Mountfield’s schedule includes participation in the CCM Cup in Crimmitschau, where they face teams like Eispiraten Crimmitschau and Fischtown Pinguins.
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