Rittner Buam and HD Jesenice lead Alps Hockey League

The Alps Hockey League has established a new dual leadership at the top of the standings following the seventh round of play. Rittner Buam SkyAlps and HD Jesenice are now tied for first place, both holding 18 points.

Rittner Buam secured their position by winning the South Tyrolean derby against HC Merano Pircher with a 4-1 victory. After a scoreless first period, Josef Prast scored during a penalty kill in the 33rd minute to give the visitors the lead. Captain Simon Kostner then secured the win with two goals in the final period, followed by an empty-net goal from Miro Markkula.

HD Jesenice also reached 18 points by defeating S.G. Cortina Hafro 3-0. This victory marked their sixth consecutive win and their first shutout of the season. Meanwhile, the previous league leaders, HC Migross Asiago, fell to third place after a 5-1 loss to KHL Sisak.