German DEL ice hockey season features rule changes and league updates

The 2026/27 PENNY DEL season marks the 33rd playing year for Germany's top ice hockey league. New regulations adopted from the IIHF include changes to captaincy roles, allowing teams to opt for three assistant captains instead of a designated captain.

In recent league action, the Fischtown Pinguins defeated ERC Ingolstadt 6-2, ending Ingolstadt's four-game winning streak. During the match, Daniel Pietta scored twice, moving within eight points of Patrick Reimers' all-time scoring record of 859 points.

The Nürnberg Ice Tigers currently hold second place in the standings following a 4-2 victory over Iserlohn, highlighted by a 30 percent powerplay success rate. Meanwhile, Patrick Hager led EHC Red Bull München to a 4-2 win against Krefeld, contributing a hat trick and an assist.