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German hockey hails Sturm appointment as Boston Bruins coach – DW – 06/06/2025
Marco Sturm coached Germany to a silver medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Now former fellow players and officials back home will be closely followng his progress as Germany's first NHL coach. Marco Sturm has reached his stated goal — becoming head coach of a team in the National Hockey League. It's not just another team in the NHL either; the Bruins are an Original Six team and the winner of six Stanley Cups, the last having come in 2011. 'Preparation and passion' "Marco impressed us at every step with his preparation, clarity, and passion," Bruins GM Don Sweeney said in a statement. "His path — playing for multiple NHL teams, coaching internationally, and leading at both the AHL 8 [American Hockey League] and NHL levels — has shaped a well-rounded coach who's earned this opportunity." The 46-year-old Sturm said he was "incredibly honored" to be named the 30th head coach in the Bruins' more than a century of history. "Boston has always held a special place in my heart, and I know how much this team means to the city and to our fans. I've felt that passion as a player, and I can't wait to be behind the bench and feel it again," Sturm said. "I'm excited to get to work and do everything I can to help this team succeed." Reaction from German hockey community Several former German stars reacted with delight to the news of Sturm's appointment. Many of them, including fellow former Boston Bruins player, Dennis Seidenberg pointed to the fact that Sturm had paid his dues as a coach. They see his move from assistant with the LA Kings to head coach at their AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign as key. "Marco has worked hard to develop as a coach and hasn't shied away from the step to Los Angeles' farm team," Seidenberg told "He's learned a lot there in recent years, but also as an assistant coach with the Kings before that… I can only congratulate the Bruins on making the right choice with Marco as their new head coach." Former Washington Capitals forward Stefan Ustorf noted that not many coaches are willing to take that "step backwards" to fully prepare themselves for the NHL. "He's very good at assessing himself and knows what he needs to develop further. He's done that," Ustorf told the latest edition of the "Slapshot" podcast. "He's ready." 'Great influence on German hockey' Christian Künast was Sturm's assistant when he led Germany to a stunning silver medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. As sporting director of the German Ice Hockey Federation (DEB), Künast credits Sturm with shaking the national team out of its doldrums when he took over as head coach in 2015. "During his time as national coach, Marco had a great influence on the development of German ice hockey. Marco is largely responsible for the change in the attitude of the German national team toward a team that believes in itself," Künast told Sturm did indeed bring in a breath of fresh air, when he took over Germany, remotivating players who had seemed to be reluctant to turn up under a couple of his predecessors. Prior to the 2015 Worlds, then-coach Pat Cortina had 22 players refuse his invitation, albeit some due to injury. Sturm led Germany to the quarterfinals of his first World Championship as a coach in 2016 — for the first time in five years. Two years later came that Olympic silver medal. "That (Sturm's influence) was the foundation for our shared silver medal success in 2018 and has continued even after his tenure," Künast continued. "We wish Marco much success with the Bruins." Christian Künast (left) was Marco Sturm's (right) assistant when Germany won Olympic silver in 2018 Image: Peter Kneffel/dpa/picture-alliance There's a parallel between Sturm's taking over Germany in 2015 and now his first NHL team 10 years later – as the Bruins are coming off a campaign in which they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. 'Transitions are my strength' On the positive side, the fact that they have nine first or second-round picks in the NHL Entry Draft over the next three years, means a big part of Sturm's job promises to be developing talented youngsters. "I love working with young players, and if you look closely at my resume, transitions are my strength," Sturm told the SID news agency last month. "That was the case with the (German) national team and also in my work as a coach for the (Los Angeles) Kings' farm team," he added, referring to the Reign, where he spent the past three seasons as head coach in the development league. Strictly speaking, Sturm is not the first German to coach an NHL team. That was Canadian-born Ralph Krueger, who coached both the Edmonton Oilers and the Buffalo Sabres. However, Sturm is the first German-born coach who learned the game in the country. Marco Sturm spent five seasons as a player in Boston Image: picture-alliance/Icon SMI/M. Tureski From DEL rookie to solid NHL career Sturm spent his first two professional seasons as a player with Landshut, then with Germany's top flight, the DEL, before joining the San Jose Sharks in 1997 — a year after they had made him the 21st overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft. The centerman would go on to play more than 1,000 games (including playoffs) in the NHL — including five years in Boston — before wrapping up his career in the DEL in 2013 and moving on to coach the national team two years later. Now, getting the Bruins back into the playoffs will be his first order of business, but that won't cut it in the long term. "The expectations in Boston have always been clear." Bruins President Cam Neely said recently. "It's about winning championships." Edited by Matt Pearson. This story was originally published on June 5, 2025. It was updated with reactions from the German hockey community on June 6.
Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
United States beat Switzerland to win ice hockey world championship with sudden-death goal
– Tage Thompson fired a sudden-death winner for the United States as they claimed a thrilling 1-0 victory over Switzerland in the final of the International Ice Hockey Federation World Championship on May 25, their first gold medal at the tournament since 1933. After impressing with their free-flowing attacking play earlier in the tournament, both teams engaged in an enthralling and bruising tactical battle that remained scoreless for the entire 60 minutes, prompting the overtime period that saw the teams reduced from five to three players on the ice, plus their goaltenders. Swiss net-minder Leonardo Genoni played superbly throughout, but there was little he could do when Thompson broke forward and drove home the winning goal two minutes and two seconds into the overtime period to claim the victory. Many of the American players did not even see the winning puck hit the net. 'I don't know when it did! I just heard the buzzer, and I just jumped out and I thought, hopefully it went in, so I'm glad it did,' a beaming Michael McCarron said with his historic gold medal hanging around his neck. Forward Drew O'Connor added: 'It's huge. Obviously, we know how long it's been. And, you know, we've been looking forward to finally trying to get it done, and I'm so excited that we did it with this group.' Hockey history is clouded by the awarding of world champion status to the winners of the Olympic competition for many years. Given that the Americans have not won Olympic gold since 1980, not one of the current team was even born the last time their nation stood on the top step of the podium, and the winning squad on May 25 were overcome with joy and relief as they celebrated their win. The US had lost 12 straight semi-finals in the tournament before defeating hosts Sweden 6-2 on May 24 to reach the championship game. They had captured just five medals – all bronze – since 2000 (2004, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2021). Thompson's goal gave the centre nine points (six goals, three assists) in the tournament. 'It's a crazy stat,' Thompson told about the US' first gold medal in 92 years. 'It's something that everyone in that room took to heart. 'When we got here, we all knew we wanted to be a part of something special, and I think each guy in that room committed... Everybody was positive, pulling for each other and after one common goal. That's why we won.' Earlier on May 25, co-hosts Sweden and Denmark met in the bronze-medal match with the Swedes winning 6-2 to take third place, and the Danes finishing fourth to secure their best-ever placing following their seismic win over Canada at the quarter-final stage on May 22. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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- Yahoo
J.T. Miller Has No Regrets After Failing To Qualify For 2025 U.S. Open Golf Championship
J.T. Miller has a hobby outside of playing hockey and that is golf. With the New York Rangers not making the playoffs, Miller decided to attempt to qualify for the 2025 U.S. Open Golf Championship. J.T. Miller Knows Mike Sullivan Can be 'Straightforward' With Him J.T. Miller and Mike Sullivan might be a match made in heaven. Unfortunately for Miller, he did not make the cut after he finished a 4-over-par 76 in the initial round of local qualifying, falling four strokes back of the cut line in the one-day, 18-hole event at Quicksilver Golf Club. 'It was hard,' Miller said via 'It got windy. I thought it would be harder with the rain. ... I had a month to practice. So, I felt good coming in here. Typically, it always comes down to making putts. That's what those guys are a lot better at doing.' Regardless of the result, Miller is still happy he at least attempted to qualify for the U.S. Open and he has no regrets. 'I had an opportunity to play for one day,' said Miller. 'I know who I'm playing against out there. I'm a competitive guy, so I just kept the expectations realistic. I'm happy with myself.' It's safe to say Miller hopes to be competing for a Stanley Cup with the Rangers next year as opposed to playing golf. 'The goal is not to be available to play in this,' Miller said. 'Unfortunately, that's what happens.'
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Miro Heiskanen to return for Game 4 after January 2025
(Image via Getty) Dallas Stars head coach Pete DeBoer says Stars top defenseman Miro Heiskanen will return for Tuesday Night's Game 4 of Round 2 of the Western Conference against the Winnipeg Jets , reported Field Level Media. 'He's the best defenseman in the NHL, in my opinion. Whenever you can insert a guy like that, it's obviously a huge boost. As a goalie, just happy to have him back. He makes my life a lot easier. He does so many good things and so many little things that people don't realize. I mean, he's our best player. When you can get your best player back, it's huge,' shared Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger with Dallas Stars star defenseman Miro Heiskanen last played in January 2025 against the Vegas Golden Knights A severe collision occurred between Stars ice hockey defenseman Miro Heiskanen and Vegas Golden Knights ice hockey forward Mark Stone. This collision resulted in a serious knee injury to Heiskanen. Rotowire shared that the Stars may elect to roll with 11 forwards and 7 defensemen due to Heiskanen's return, so it's unclear what type of workload the left-shot blueliner will see in his first game back from a knee injury. The 25-year-old has racked up 16 goals and 45 helpers over 85 career playoff outings. Pete DeBoer will not let Miro Heiskanen play for 30 minutes on the ice in his first game back in 3 months On May 13, Owen Newkirk, Dallas Stars Podcast Host, shared via his X account, 'Per Pete DeBoer, Miro Heiskanen will skate this morning and if all goes well, he anticipates that Miro will play tonight in Game 4.' 'We are not going to put him(Miro Heiskanen) out on the ice for 30 minutes in his first game back in 3 months, so we'll have to be smart about that. The fact that we are in this situation, we're in without Miro, it's been exceptional what our group has done,' shared head coach Pete DeBoer with WFAA, Dallas Local News. Cody Ceci says Miro Heiskanen worked hard when they played in the playoffs Dallas Stars defenseman Cody Ceci talked about Miro Heiskanen with 'It's a little more difficult as far as pairings go, and some of the forward lines kind of get mixed up a little bit. But our team's veteran enough that we have all kind of dealt with it before. And it's a great way to integrate a guy back into the lineup. Coming back from injury is never easy, but he(Miro Heiskanen)'s been working hard. He's been working hard when we've been playing. He's ready to go, so hopefully, he's back for us.' Also read: Douglas Cifu, vice-chairman of the Florida Panthers, was suspended over comments on the Toronto Maple Leafs and Canada - The Times of India Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings. Catch Lovlina's story unfold on Game On. Watch here!
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'You cannot chirp anymore': Dan Vladar reunites with Adam Klapka at the IIHF World Championship, but they can't speak in their dialect
(Image via Getty: Dan Vladar) Conversing in one's native language with someone from one's native country when surrounded by non-native people is one of the best moments of one's life. Dan Vladar , a Czech ice hockey goaltender, and Adam Klapka , a Czech ice hockey right winger, represent the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League . But in the IIHF World Championship ? They play for the Czech Republic . Operation Sindoor Pak drones enter Indian airspace, explosions heard just hours after truce deal Sirens, explosions in border districts after Pak breaks deal: What we know so far 'What happened to ceasefire?' J&K CM after explosions heard across Srinagar Now, the problem is? 'It's weird. You cannot chirp anymore. Everyone understands here. But it's been great. Even the coaches are keeping us in a good mood. It's a lot of fun,' innocently shared Dan Vladar with NHL .com. 'Now we can chirp, guys. I think we can chirp each other for sure, but now you can do the Czech version. It's not the same in English as it is in Czech. I think we can still chirp each other and the other guys, too. It's nothing bad. It's just to have fun in the locker room. It's important. We have a great group of guys here. It's fun,' diplomatically shared Adam Klapka with by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo 'Klapper is an unreal guy, he's super positive and funny,' Dan Vladar talks about his Calgary Flames teammate Adam Klapka 'It's awesome to have Klapper here. Klapper is an unreal guy. He's super positive and funny. We are having a really good time here. We have a bunch of friends here and we're having laughs too.' Vladar shared with 'We spent all year almost together. When we found out that he was going, and then I found out I was going, we were just texting each other. He was happy that I was coming here. We are used to each other. We spend a lot of time together. I'm so happy that he's here. He's a good goalie. I'm happy that he came here and we can spend time together.' Klapka told The Calgary Flames did not qualify for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but Dan Vladar made it to the IIHF World Championship 'Obviously, you grow up watching World Championships. It's a pretty big deal back home. I know lots of people are watching it back home. It's a dream come true for me to come here.' - 27-year-old Calgary Flames goaltender Dan Vladar is proud to play for the Czech Republic at the IIHF World Championship. Dan Vladar talks about playing for the World Championship, 'I didn't have the opportunity to go the last couple of years. We were either in the playoffs, or I was hurt. For me, it was an automatic yes as soon as we knew we weren't going to make it. That obviously made it a little bit easier for me. I'm glad I could be here.' Also read: 'Isn't it illegal for you to have a cyborg as your goalie': Connor Hellebuyck at his 1.000 save percentage against the Dallas Stars - The Times of India
