Vienna Capitals appoint Mike Stewart as head coach

The Vienna Capitals are entering the new win2day ICE Hockey League season with a record budget and a new head coach, Mike Stewart. After failing to reach the quarterfinals for three consecutive years, the club aims for a turnaround under Stewart's leadership.

Stewart, known by the nickname ‘Iron Mike’ due to his history of fighting during his playing career in the 1990s, noted that the modern game has shifted. He observed that while toughness remains a factor, the sport now prioritizes speed, talent, and elegance over the physical aggression that characterized his era. He emphasized that developing team character is now a primary objective for the upcoming season.